Yes. You need to have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months from the date of the interview. Best wishes!
If she need an immigration lawyer and if so, how much it will cost her.
As long as she is a US Citizen, she would start by filing a Petition for Alien Relative (form I-130) for each of her children that she wants to come to the US. She can find the form and the fee at www.uscis.gov. It is strongly recommended that she at least consult with an experienced immigration... Read more »
You should start by doing a consultation with an experienced immigration attorney to make sure that your husband qualifies for the green card. You can find an attorney through Justia. com or AILA.org. Immigration attorneys can practice anywhere in the US so you don't have to limit yourself to... Read more »
I am a U.S. citizen applying for Green Card for my mother. She is currently on a B2 Visa admitted until 11/23/2021 per her I-94 record number. I filed I-130 online on July 27, 2021 and received confirmation of receipt from Potomac Service Center. They are currently processing June 04, 2020 I-130... Read more »
Yes. You can file for Adjustment of Status while you are waiting for a decision on her I-130. Make sure to include a copy of the Notice of Action confirming receipt of the I-130 and a copy of the I-130 that was submitted. Best wishes!
This is not a simple answer and immigration attorneys sometimes differ on their interpretation of what is considered "employment" under immigration laws. Here is a great article that demonstrates the law and thought processes:... Read more »
So my Green Card expired and the I-797 Notice Of Action ( Extra 18 Months ) has been expired also
My question is I have to travel outside the United States can I do that with my expired I-797 notice?
Thanks
You should not travel with an expired green card without a valid extension. You can call USCIS and request an INFO Pass appointment to get a stamp in your passport that will extend the validity of your conditional card. If your case is taking longer than USCIS processing times (check here:... Read more »
My partner and I want to get legally married so that I can start the green card application process. I've been in the US for college since 2017. I graduated in May and got an OPT extension that's valid until July 2022. I was travelling to visit family in Italy this past summer, and... Read more »
Here is a good article on the 90 day rule: https://citizenpath.com/90-day-rule-adjusting-status/
And if you and your partner have been together for a year or more and you have good reasons for wanting to get married (other than just to get a green card) then getting married now will not... Read more »
We just became US citizens and I want to adjust the status of my parents by getting them their greencards. I read about the 90 days rule, is it absolutely necessary and if I file before that will USCIS deny their greencards? They have been travelling on a B2 visa for more than 15 years and never... Read more »
Here is a good article on this subject:
https://citizenpath.com/90-day-rule-adjusting-status/
If you still have questions or concerns after reading this article, I recommend you do a consultation with an experienced immigration attorney. Best wishes!
Why is it taking it taking such a long time to process?
If your Petition is taking longer than the current processing time then you can submit an inquiry to USCIS.
See: https://egov.uscis.gov/e-request/displayONPTForm.do?entryPoint=init&sroPageType=onpt
Best wishes!
I would encourage you to do a consultation with an experienced family based immigration law attorney to make sure you qualify because if you do qualify, it is most certainly "worth trying" to get a green card. Best wishes!
I applied for my N400 based on 5 years on employment based Green Card. I was interviewed the same day with my wife with different USCIS officer. My wife was given a RFE as she mentioned that we owe money to IRS, asking to provide evidence of payment and last 5 years of Tax documents. I was... Read more »
You can call USCIS at 800-375-5283 to inquire about your oath ceremony or submit an inquiry at https://egov.uscis.gov/e-request/displayONPTForm.do?entryPoint=init&sroPageType=onpt
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As long as your marriage and marriage certificate is valid in Japan, your Japanese marriage certificate is fine for USA immigration purposes . Make sure to have the original and submit a Certified copy of the original document along with a translation (including certification of translation). Best... Read more »
Here on Justia. If you are looking for an immigration lawyer you should try www.AILA.org. You can also try private attorney referrals such as www.avvo.com. Best wishes!
You don't provide enough information in your question. Here is general information about applying for citizenship: https://www.uscis.gov/citizenship
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'm the husband (sponsor) of my wife (the beneficiary). I prepared the I-130A for my wife and listed myself as the Preparer. Do I also have to list myself as the Interpreter? My wife speaks English, but if there's any part that she reads and needs a clarification from me on what it is, do... Read more »
If she speaks English and knows the words but you are helping her understand the meaning of something (rather than translate from English to her native language) then I don't think you need to list yourself as the interpreter. Best wishes!
I live within the US and am in the process of adjustment of status
This is not a simple answer and immigration attorneys sometimes differ on their interpretation of what is considered "employment" under immigration laws. Here is a great article that demonstrates the law and thought processes:... Read more »
We got married about 3 weeks ago after me being here for 8 months as a student. Is there a waiting period before filing?
There is no specific waiting period but there are certain pros/cons to the timing of filing that depend on your specific situation and needs. I would recommend that you at least do a free phone consultation with an immigration attorney to discuss those pros/cons before you file. Many attorneys... Read more »
Would they need to apply for refugee status in their current location then proceed? Or go to a different neighboring country with a visa and be there legally then proceed?
Your question is very confusing. I would recommend doing a phone or in person consultation with an immigration attorney to evaluate your fiancee's options. Best wishes!
Both husband and wife did not have a domicile in DR at the time of the divorce. Now in 2021, he is trying to remarry but immigration states before getting married to someone else he needs proof that one or both needed to reside in the Dominican Republic of which neither lived in DR. Is there... Read more »
The divorce parties have to comply with the residence requirements of the place of divorce in order for that divorce to be recognized by USCIS. In other words, the validity of a divorce abroad depends on the interpretation of the divorce laws of the foreign country that granted the divorce and the... Read more »
I am a resident of New York State who is currently living and working in the country of Qatar and I plan to marry my Filipino fiance in the country of Georgia in November and apply for a spousal visa to the United States afterwards. And I just wanted to make sure that a marriage in the country of... Read more »
In general, the legal validity of a marriage is determined by the law of the place where the marriage was celebrated (“place-of-celebration rule”). Under this rule, a marriage is valid for immigration purposes in cases where the marriage is valid under the law of the jurisdiction in which it is... Read more »
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