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answered on Mar 24, 2021
It is still closed for non-detained cases and no indication when it will reopen. If that happens, your case will be rescheduled.
We (my husband, daughter and I) came into the US on a B2 visa and then applied for asylum. My husband abandoned us and went back to SA. Our case was cancelled. We got a lawyer that reapplied for us but 19 mnds later we have not received a receipt number. Our workers permits have expired and we have... View More 
answered on Jul 9, 2020
No receipt number? Your application may not have been delivered properly.
Hi, I'm unsure how to answer the following question: have I ever been in jail or prison?
I was previously arrested and released on bail a couple hours later. Based on this situation how should the question above be answered? Yes or No
Thank you in advance!
Hello there,
My mother just went to her second naturalization interview because she failed the civic portion the first time.
The officer told me she passed the civic but still had to deny her because she doesn't speak English? I'm so lost and confused and don't know... View More
answered on Jul 7, 2020
The ability to speak and read English is a requirement for becoming a US Citizen. It does seem unfortunate they did not tell you this the first time. You may be able to appeal this decision or file a lawsuit in Federal Court.
She was born near Mexico and near the states.She does have a birth certificate and a passport but she is not a citizen here.she is also 19 and trying not to get kicked out. Her parents revealed the truth a few months ago so I want to know what we can do so she can be able to stay here.
answered on Jun 24, 2020
It depends. She may eligible for DACA or you could marry her for a green card, if your relationship is legitimate. Talk to a lawyer.
I am a US citizen, and we know for some time now, if we continue to have the nice relationship we have so far the idea could be getting married and asking for a status change for her to be able to work and stay here legally.
answered on Jun 24, 2020
Yes, as long she doesn't say that she is going to get married before she comes in. Wait for 90 days after she arrives before getting married. The B-2 visa is only for visiting and not for immigrating.
i am a F1 student whose I129 is approved and my start date is in oct 1 and if trump administration gave an executive order banning h1b will it effect me i am already inside USA
answered on Jun 20, 2020
It is difficult to say because the EO has been issued yet. Likely it would affect future applicants but potentially could affect you as your visa is not yet in effect. We will have to wait and see.
I file my husband's case for the I130 form on 9th July 2019. currently, it is showing this message (Your benefit request has been accepted and is under review) He lives in Pakistan.
The last update is from 7th April 2019.
I live in Bohemia, NY please can anyone answer me when I... View More
answered on Jun 20, 2020
You should do the I-693 for the medical exam on your own. You should have an interview at some point but you have not provided much information.
I am currently planning on visiting South Korea this winter in need of completing my physical test for the military. It is mandatory for Korean to serve for the military for 18 months, and I am required to have my physical test done in South Korea. I was going to travel outside of the US with a... View More
answered on Jun 19, 2020
If you apply now and request the advanced parole, it should be processed in time (no guarantees). Generally, if you get advanced parole and take a short trip, you should be fine.
I applied for my i751 in January 2019
For 14 months receipt number was not recognized on the system.
Me and my spouse moved to a different city in the same state updated our address.
Then the reciept number was recognized
17 months passed submitted an inquiry... View More
answered on Jun 18, 2020
If your spouse abused you, may be able to get the green card despite the fact that you separated. Time to speak with a lawyer.
Had 2 dwi back in 2002 and 2005 as young stupid mistake I made. Fines all paid and never did any jail time. Both were misdemenear. Never paid taxes as well, but heard from friends I must pay at least 3 years prior. Is that true?
answered on Jun 13, 2020
You should pay taxes for as far back as possible. The DWI are not good but if you have had no other infractions since then, you should be able to move forward with your green card. Another problem you might have is whether you entered the USA legally or legally. If you entered illegally you may... View More
I am married. My husband entered without a visa. He is from Ecuador. He has been in this country for 10 years. We did taxes together and have a daughter so his presence in this country has been noted. I am from the USA. Can we just divorce and he go to Ecuador and then begin the fiancee visa... View More
answered on Jun 13, 2020
Probably not right away. In order to account for living in the United States illegally, he will have to leave the United States and serve a probable ten year bar or get an unlawful presence waiver. Either way, he will eventually have to leave the United States and have his green card processed in... View More
Can I apply for citizenship after 3 years or I have to wait 5 years?
If we will be in separation, will our son stay with me (mother)?
What if I would divorce my husband, can I apply for citizenship after 3 years or I have to wait 5 years?
answered on Jun 8, 2020
If you separate from your husband, it will be better to wait five years. That way you won't be depending up him to become a citizen.
answered on Jun 8, 2020
If you are a United States citizen, you can get married and apply for a green card for him. You will also probably have to file a waiver, if he entered without a visa. The waiver is to excuse his unlawful presence in the United States.
My husband has only begun the process of legalizing. We have a 7 year old daughter and he has been in the USA for 11 years. I was born here and am a citizen. He is from Ecuador. We have paid the initial fees but his mother is sick in Guayaquil. Can he go to her and still continue the legal process... View More
answered on Jun 7, 2020
It's not clear what you have done at this point, so I would need more details before offering an appropriate response.
Hi,
On April 29th 2020 USCIS has posted a slightly updated form i-485. On June 3rd 2020 I submitted an AOS application with the form i-485 from before that date. They are essentially the same. There is just a slight change in some formatting and a bar code at the bottom. Is there a risk... View More
answered on Jun 7, 2020
You have to check to the USCIS I-485 web site to see how long they are accepting the old form. Generally they allow the use of the old form for a period of time before disallowing it.
answered on Jun 5, 2020
Yes, if that is where you were born. You will also need to have it translated.
My account keep showing this message "Your benefit request has been accepted and is under review". Current they are processing files for priority date July 19, 2019 according to USCIS website. What should I do?
answered on Jun 5, 2020
The online case status messaging is not always current. You need to check your priority date against the priority dates which are being currently processed (deemed current).
However my mother had been in the us before through illegal ways but she left and had not been there for 15 years. Does this affect the acceptance of the petition? Also how much does it normally take for the petition to get accepted and When are my parents allowed to go to the US?
answered on May 28, 2020
You can apply for their green cards to be processed overseas. Since it has been 15 years a 10 year bar no longer applies. However, if she has a permanent bar, she would need a waiver.
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