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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for North Carolina on
Q: My husband lives in Germany , and I’m trying to figure out if the sponsor requirements need 3 years of taxes ?

I’m a us citizen and live in North Carolina. I have 2 years worth of taxes and after this up coming taxes I’ll have 3 years but I wanted to start it faster since we just got married in April 2018. I’ve heard most recent year is fine but I’ve heard also 3 year too so I just want to see if... View More

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on Jun 2, 2018

Although you do have options in the case of supplying financial documentation, you're right that some options may be more convincing than others.

Regarding your first question, as you noted, USCIS gives you the choice of submitting only one year's tax information, or submitting up...
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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Nevada on
Q: I am a green card holder. What is the fastest way to bring or petition my girlfriend to the U.S.?
Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on Jun 2, 2018

You can sponsor her under the family-based 2A category. The process takes about 2 years. However, if she is eligible for an H-1B professional working visa or an L-1 intracompany transferee, the process is much faster. Also, if you are eligible, you should apply for naturalization asap.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Immigration Law for New York on
Q: Work Visa

Dear Sir/Madam

My name is xxx

I'am 28 years old

I'am a Finnish Citizen

I worked in few companies as an IT engineer and as a translator in the Red Cross.

I have a bachelor degree in Information Technology

I live now in Brooklyn and I've... View More

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on Jun 2, 2018

If you are a permanent resident, no problem. If not, you need to be sponsored by an employer for an H-1B professional visa. The best time to do that is in the first week of April each year. However, some employers are exempt from this rule - universities and some related/affiliated nonprofit... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law on
Q: H4 visa related question

My husband in in H1B status and presently in USA.I got my H4 visa stamped on my passport in basis of his previous employer but I didn't travel to USA yet. As now he changes his H1B status and currently working with another employer, is it necessary for me to change my visa status? If I want to... View More

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on Jun 2, 2018

You can come to the United States with your existing H-4 visa.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for North Carolina on
Q: got married to a US citizen and fill for I-130 and I-485, two months later i realized that my wife was pregnant and

am not there father , how will this affect my case now that she is about giving birth

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on Jun 2, 2018

It depends whether you continue to live together or you separate/divorce.

2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Immigration Law and Civil Rights on
Q: In real , Will be this as crime and could prevent him to enter Poland again ?

My son had relation with a girl from Poland , once they argued and he threat to send their pics to her husband but he didn't mean it . (was anger moment ).

NB : this threat happened by Facebook while he here.

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on Jun 2, 2018

This forum is for US immigration law. Your son should consult with a Polish attorney.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Immigration Law, Civil Litigation and Sexual Harassment for New York on
Q: In real , Will be he charged as crime and could prevent him to enter Poland again ?

My son had relation with a girl from Poland , once they argued and he threat to send their pics to her husband but he didn't mean it . (was anger moment ).

NB : this threat happened by Facebook while he here.

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on Jun 2, 2018

This forum is for US immigration law. Your son should consult with a Polish attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Connecticut on
Q: Can still be here (USA) or I have lo leave the country?

Hi. I hope you are fine. I have a question.

I came to the USA with student visa (F1), but I got married 3 months ago (February) with an american citizen. However, My husband an I submitted the immigration process on May 21th (2 weeks ago). My I20 expired las month on April 10th and my... View More

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on Jun 2, 2018

Since you are being sponsored by your US citizen husband, you can adjust your status to permanent resident without leaving the US even though you are no longer in nonimmigrant status.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Ohio on
Q: Can you still.apply for citizenship if you have hiv
Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on Jun 2, 2018

An applicant for US citizenship must meet the following requirements:

Must be admitted to the United States as a lawful permanent resident (LPR), commonly referred to as one who possesses green card status. There is only one exception to this requirement: If an applicant has served in the...
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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Ohio on
Q: Do I need a lawyer to file the I 130 application? If I get a laywer and I wasting time and money
Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on Jun 1, 2018

It depends on the facts of your case. You may be a US citizen or a green card holder. You may be applying for your spouse, your parents, your siblings, etc. If you need help, schedule a consultation with an immigration lawyer.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Virginia on
Q: H1 approved and extension of stay denied?

I got my h1 in oct 2016 and later in aug 2017 I joined a new company they filed the transfer at that time.

I got RFE asking for all the pay stubs for the period oct 2016- Aug 2017, I submitted all of them except I don't have pay stubs for March and June months of 2017 as I took unpaid... View More

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on Jun 1, 2018

Go back to your country with the Notice of Approval of your H-1B petition and apply for an H-1B visa.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Massachusetts on
Q: Is there any issue here - my daughter married a guy from France

a little over a year ago but now they are going to separate. Does that affect his status?

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on Jun 1, 2018

Does he have a green card? If so, is it a 2-year green card or a 10-year green card?

If your marriage ends in a divorce before your conditional permanent residence (CPR) expires, you should submit an I-751 waiver to the USCIS as soon as your divorce becomes final.

Most foreign-born...
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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law on
Q: What’s the best way to immigrate my Canadian family back to Utah?

I’m American and my wife and step kids are Canadian. We all live in Canada and I have residency here but we want to move to Utah.

My wife has sole custody of the kids. We’ve been married almost 2 years. No criminal backgrounds, we own a home, good job history etc

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on Jun 1, 2018

You can sponsor your wife and kids for green cards.

Green cards through marriage to a US citizen is the fastest and most common way to become a permanent resident. The spouse of a US citizen is deemed an “immediate relative” under the law meaning that there are no quota restrictions...
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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Husband filed I212 waiver Unfortunately, he entered into a short affair. Now she is threatening to call immigration

and claim he is trying to re-enter under fraud. This is NOT true. I have forgiven him of this transgression. Can an affair count as fraud for re-entry? Also - can she be held accountable for harassing an immigrant?

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on May 31, 2018

Having an affair is generally not a grounds for fraud. However, It could make the USCIS suspicious as to the bona fides of your marriage.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Tennessee on
Q: we got married with my fiancee after 90 days, what should i do to make my fiancee stay here in the US?

The USCIS asked to submit evidence that a valid immigrant petition has been been filed on my fiancee's behalf, i don't know what it means. i need help.

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on May 31, 2018

You need to file form I-130 to sponsor your spouse for a green card. Simultaneously, your spouse should submit an I-485 application for adjustment of status along with an application for an EAD work permit and an AP travel permit, etc.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Virginia on
Q: I need help with filing my I=90 green card that expires in 6 months..is there somewhere I can go for help?

The form is pretty straight forward, but I have a question about the name change...my original green card I obtained through marriage to a US citizen. We later divorced and I submitted forms and had my name legally changed back to my maiden name...my current green card has my full maiden name... so... View More

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on May 31, 2018

You may want to schedule a consultation with an immigration attorney to help you complete your application.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law on
Q: Passport status shows no status update available.

Hi! Ive gone through fiance visa interview at usembassy islamabad. I got 221g letter and submitted required document. First my status shows administrative processing for 1 week. Then it showed ready. Then application received. Then again administrative processing. It has changed from immigrant visa... View More

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on May 31, 2018

Impossible to advise you without knowing the facts of your case. A K-1 fiancee visa is a nonimmigrant visa. The background checks can take weeks or sometimes months to complete.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for California on
Q: H1-B change of employer on W2 and pay stub

I have been working for "company A" for past 4 years and due to some recent changes our company has decided to be part of certified professional employment organization (CPEO) which will be responsible for our benefits management, payroll processing, human resource support and compliance.... View More

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on May 31, 2018

This could definitely be an issue with your H-1B status. Schedule a consultation with an attorney experienced in employment-based immigration law.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Immigration Law for Georgia on
Q: 2010 Georgia Code Title 13 - CONTRACTS Chapter 10 - CONTRACTS FOR PUBLIC WORKS E - 3. SECURITY AND IMMIGRATION COMPLI

I am placing a bid with a local City to replace the roof on their city hall. They require an affidavit requiring a verification of compliance with OCGA 13-10-91 and Ga Dept of Labor Rule 300-10-1-.02 and 300-10-1-.08. I am not sure my subcontractor can provide the same. Is there a way around the... View More

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on May 31, 2018

I am not sure why your question is listed under immigration law. I will let an attorney in Georgia who is familiar with these rules answer your question.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Connecticut on
Q: What’s needed to marry? And how long to get green card?

Born in Brazil obtained Italian citizenship used Italian passport to come to America on a 90 day been here for 4years fell in love. I work pay taxes have drivers license. How do I get married. And how long after marriage for green card?

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on May 31, 2018

If the person who you fell in love with is a US citizen, you can get married now, and he/she can immediately sponsor you for a green card. The process usually takes about one year.

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