i am a child of a US citizen father and alien mother (in wedlock), i was born abroad. but not registered with the US embassy, because my father has an warrant on him in the US. i am over the age of 18 but my father met all the transmission requirements prior to my birth ( i have all his previous... View More 
answered on May 9, 2023
If you meet all of the legal requirements, you acquired US citizenship at birth, and can get a Certificate of Citizenship by filing form N-600.
Please see https://www.shusterman.com/citizenship-through-parents/
I485 is currently pending, but the child is not included. After getting Green Card based on VAWA - will it be difficult to petition for a child who was not mentioned in i485?
answered on May 9, 2023
I485 is currently pending, but the child is not included. After getting Green Card based on VAWA - will it be difficult to petition for a child who was not mentioned in i485?
Yes
Please see https://www.shusterman.com/vawa-immigration/
I am a resident since 2007 and want to help my family (daughter ) from CHILE.
answered on May 9, 2023
If you are a green card holder and your daughter is unmarried, you can sponsor her for a green card. Start by filing form I-130. https://www.shusterman.com/immigration-forms-free-download/
Please see https://www.shusterman.com/green-cards-for-spouse-and-children/
So I’m from italy, I am 17 and I came in USA 4 years ago, now I’m going back there to start university but my abusive mom doesn’t want to renew my passport and I’ll have to wait till Im 18 but University things are starting now, can I still do something to make her do what she should? (I... View More
answered on May 9, 2023
You may be able to apply for a passport from the Italian Consulate closest to you.
I am a foreign citizen, living in Greece and 35 years old. My parents currently live in US as permanent residents, since my brother petitioned I130 for them. My parents have submitted I130 for me, but the case would take 7-8 years until I get my green card and move in the US. In the case that I... View More
answered on May 9, 2023
Do not stay illegally in the US.
Consider other options to get a green card;
https://www.shusterman.com/green-card-through-marriage/
https://www.shusterman.com/green-card-through-employment/
Or a temporary visa:
https://www.shusterman.com/temporary-visa/
I am a U.S. citizen and my wife is a Swedish citizen. We are both in Sweden currently but I’m heading back to the U.S. soon so I would like to bring her with. We have a child together and our child is a US citizen as well
answered on May 10, 2023
I agree with my colleagues.
Please see https://www.shusterman.com/green-card-through-marriage/
answered on May 8, 2023
You will probably need to submit a new I-864.
Please see https://www.shusterman.com/affidavit-of-support/
But also he needs a Sponsor; what are the sponsor responsabilities if he goes out? What if my cousin decides not showing up to the hearings, or not paying his debts? Thank you.
answered on May 9, 2023
If he fails to appear at his hearing, the person who pays the bond will lose his money.
Hello,
My German husband came with me from Germany to help me with my mom and dad because they are sick. I am a US citizen. He came on a tourist visa and we decided that he should just stay here with me and my family.
I handed in form I 130 and I am sending in the other form this... View More
answered on May 10, 2023
Depending on the nature of his crimes, he may be eligible for a waiver.
Please see https://www.shusterman.com/212h-waivers/
answered on May 9, 2023
She should obtain a new birth certificate from the government agency in her country which issues birth certificates.
answered on May 9, 2023
Possibly. Make sure that you do not get a salary from the LLC.
Hire an immigration attorney to see the court rulings in your area.
My birth certificate has been confirmed and also the hospital records.
answered on May 9, 2023
Start by contacting the USCIS National Customer Service Center.
Please see https://www.shusterman.com/uscis/
I received a green card as an asylee. When I applied for asylum, I let the immigration officer know during the interview and on my I-589 application that I couldn't go anywhere else in the country of my nationality (let's call it country A) and be safe and that I renounced my previous... View More
answered on May 9, 2023
Can an asylee who holds a green card obtain a new nationality before becoming a US citizen? Yes
I'm filling out a form I 130.
answered on May 8, 2023
I'm an independent contractor. What should I put in, when asked for employer's name?
You should put in your name or the name of your business entity.
How would I phrase my letter of explanation? What information is needed in order to satisfy immigration officials requirements for a letter of explanation why I don't need to file taxes because I don't have income to document?
answered on May 8, 2023
You should reveal to the USCIS that you are not employed and do not any income to report to the IRS.
I mailed in my 1040 tax return for 2022;however, I don't have any income. I filed because I wanted to have a copy to show immigration but I was not required to file them. I wanted to make sure they had a copy since I didn't know how to write the letter of explanation why I don't have... View More
answered on May 8, 2023
Can I still send a letter of explanation to immigration I'm not required file taxes after mailing 1040 to IRS with zero?
Yes
I was hoping to surprise my partner with a trip to Washington DC but is he allowed to fly? He has a passport but not a license. Will tsa stop and ask him questions? Or deport him? He has had 13 deportation.
answered on May 10, 2023
Not a good idea to fly. Best to schedule a consultation with an immigration attorney.
He had his first hearing already, and the next one will be May 1st. He doesnt have a lawyer ( too expensive) , and I really think he's going to be deported. My question is : Is he still on time of signing a self deportation, or is too late?
Thank you.
answered on May 9, 2023
He should consult an attorney at legal aid in order to explore his options.
For more information, please see https://www.shusterman.com/deportation-defense/
I am Herbert from Indonesia. Now At Chop, my third child is a patient. I have a B2 visa, which is for medical care. While my son is a patient, I hope to continue working. What do you believe about it? What documents should I gather for this? I'm hoping you can assist me in determining the best... View More
answered on May 9, 2023
Here are links to some possible options for you:
https://www.shusterman.com/h1b-visa-professional-model/
https://www.shusterman.com/h2b-visa-temporary-worker/
https://www.shusterman.com/h3-visa-trainee/
https://www.shusterman.com/j1exchangevisitors/... View More
So here is the story:
I’m a U.S. citizen, and my wife is a Canadian and Green Card holder. I have two kids, both of whom are American-Canadian. However, my wife said she wanted to go to Canada to visit her parents, and she asked me to sign a travel consent form so she could travel with... View More
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