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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.
How can I stay permanently in the States with my husband?
answered on May 9, 2023
A green card through marriage to a US citizen is the most common way to become a permanent resident. The spouse of a US citizen is an “immediate relative”. This means that there is no limit on the number of people who can obtain green cards through marriage to US citizens.
The US... View More 
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/
Hi, I applied GC for my parents after they arrived in US last February and their GC's have been approved. I am planning to ask them to stay until end of June this year (to fulfill their 6 months annual stay) and then come back next May. Based on my reading in USCIS website, GC holders will... View More
answered on May 8, 2023
Permanent residents are permitted to travel abroad. However, if their trip abroad exceeds 6 months, they will be questioned about their prolonged absence when returning to the US. Unless they can convince the CBP officer at the airport or the border that they always intended to return to the US,... View More
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.
I'm the technical founder and I am developing the application myself. I am raising a round of money soon from a VC firm while on my STEM OPT, however, I'm worried if my startup won't count for an O1A visa since my degree is in Electrical Engineering and so my degree doesn't... View More
answered on May 9, 2023
The O-1A category applies to aliens coming temporarily who has extraordinary ability in the sciences, education, business, or athletics (not including the arts, motion pictures or television).
Petition Document Requirements
A US employer should file the petition (Form I-129) with:... View More
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
Is it possible to apply under the "U" visa!?!?
answered on May 8, 2023
Even though you are undocumented, you may be eligible to apply for a U visa.
If you are a foreign-born person who is the victim of a crime and have suffered substantial physical or mental abuse, you may be eligible to apply for U status if you are willing to assist a law enforcement agency... 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
Hello , I was asked to submit RFE from USCIS for my I-485 application . I have my medical done and all evidence ready and my lawyer said to just add notarized letter and RFE is good to go. I’m waiting on people to notarize affidavits. Last time I saw my lawyer myself (without my husband , for the... View More
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