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My grandfather who was our petitioner died recently, he applied for all his children and their family total 3 children. 2 of them were able to get the visa and are currently living in the states but before we could go and give interview he died. We expedited for our interview but by the time they... View More 
answered on Jan 21, 2024
Schedule a private consultation with an immigration attorney to explore the options
Does my daughter qualify for citizenship or should I apply I-130 for her?
answered on Jan 19, 2024
In order to qualify for derivative US citizenship, the child must be living in the U.S. under the lawful guardianship of a U.S. citizen parent.
answered on Jan 13, 2024
You can file an I130 for your brother who entered the USA on a B1/B2 visa but he won't be able to adjust his status.
I'm currently in school on F1 Visa with a CIP code for (27.0501) Statistics, General. I am of Korean Descent and wondeirng if it would be a violation of my status if I volunteer at this Korean American museum in my community. It is a 501(c) charity, I don't get paid, and all I would do... View More
My daughter (over 21) became a US citizen. She filed I-130 online for me. After it gets approved, can I send I-485 form for myself and I-485 for my minor child (under 18)? All of us are in US. The USCIS says that my minor child needs a separate I-130 approved. Your article says that I can use my... View More
answered on Jan 8, 2024
Since the petitioner is a US citizen, a separate I-130 and I-485 needs to be filed. Work in private with an immigration attorney as this is a public forum.
Hi there, and happy afternoon.
I just got an RFE about a family-based visa. I was able to secure a copy of my birth certificate, which was required by the RFE. Regretfully, the birth certificate office mistyped my date of birth, which I quickly corrected when I received it. I wanted to... View More
answered on Jan 7, 2024
What will happen depends on the explanation you provided as regards the discrepancy
My US Citizen grandmother petitioned for my father and us his family, which makes the visa under the F3 category. The I-130 was filed May 2001 and got approved on August 2006, then the visa becomes available (final action date) on July 2020. And by that time me and my siblings were aged 19,21,and... View More
answered on Jan 5, 2024
To determine eligibility for CSPA, subtract the time the I-130 petition was pending from the age the time the visa number became available. I suggest you work with an immigration attorney.
Hello lawyers, does working 3/4 full time jobs at same time has any impact n400 naturalization.Taxes have been filed on time, don't owe taxes. I will be listing all of them in the application.Any client experience/advise on this?
answered on Jan 5, 2024
Working 3/4 full time jobs at the same time has no material impact on the n400. What's important is that all jobs within the last 5 years are reported truthfully.
The older age was due to a two-year delay due to COVID-19. How do I appeal for this?
answered on Jan 4, 2024
Consider scheduling a paid consultation with an immigration attorney to review your son's case and explore possible solutions.
My brother is married but I want to bring him to the USA but I read somewhere that I can't but I also read that if you're a Citizen then you can. Can i petition him and his kid?
answered on Jan 1, 2024
A US citizen can file an immigrant petition for a married brother. The brother's spouse and children under 21 may be included as derivatives.
Hi,
My question is about I-130 processing time based on country of birth.
I am British citizen and reside in UK. I born in Pakistan. My US brother filed I-130 for me in February 2022 and after 5 months in July 2022 it was shown "As of July 21, 2022, we are actively reviewing... View More
answered on Dec 30, 2023
I-130 processing time is not based on country of birth but priority date is
answered on Dec 30, 2023
Yes, but make sure you monitor and keep track of any notices from USCIS so you don't miss your interview
answered on Dec 27, 2023
A US citizen can sponsor a brother for a green card but there is a long wait (approx. 20 yrs) to get the green card. I suggest you consult an immigration attorney in private to explore other options.
She is German citizen and place of birth is Pakistan (so no queue.)
answered on Dec 24, 2023
The priority date for "rest of the world" category is not current for siblings of US citizens so you can only file the I-130 immigrant petition but not the I-485 and EAD applications. Consult in private with an immigration attorney to explore your options.
green card is expired and lost do i just need to file an l-190 or are there additional forms i need to get done
I mistakenly "indicated" on the petition that the beneficiary INTENDS to apply for an immigrant visa abroad at a U.S. Embassy or a U.S. Consulate or will apply for adjustment of status in the United States. The notice says that he "should submit a copy of the notice along with a Form... View More
answered on Dec 21, 2023
If you mistakenly indicated "will adjust status in the US" in the I-130, you will need to file an I-824 to notify the USCIS and NVC that the beneficiary will do consular processing. Work with an immigration attorney.
As mentioned im 22 and unmarried, I do have a baby here in the usa, I know that doesn’t change anything. I’m just curious to know if I could apply and adjust my status given my overstay. My dad is a Us Citizen
answered on Dec 20, 2023
Your US citizen father can file an I-130 for you but generally, you won't be able to adjust your status if you overstayed. Consult an immigration attorney in private to see if an exception applies to your case.
answered on Dec 20, 2023
Failure to timely change address with USCIS is usually not a material issue that affects US Citizenship
She already filed ome for her daughter that is over 21 too. But its taking too long.
answered on Dec 19, 2023
Consult an immigration attorney in private for faster alternatives as this is a public forum. Salamat!
I am a international student in US, I plan to transfer to another school next year.
answered on Dec 17, 2023
My F1 visa has expired, but my I20 is still valid. If F1 expires, can I still transfer to another school? YES. The F1 visa is only used to enter the US. The F1 is admitted for D/S (duration of status)
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