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answered on Feb 24, 2022
You can if you are older than 21 years of age.
Here is some information on how to sponsor siblings: https://www.uscis.gov/family/family-of-us-citizens/bringing-siblings-to-live-in-the-united-states-as-permanent-residents
Here is some information on how to sponsor parents:... View More 
This is in regards to requesting for evidence for form I-485
answered on Feb 23, 2022
Yes. But you must submit other acceptable evidence relating to the facts of your birth, such as church or school records, hospital or medical records, personal affidavits, or similar evidence. Best wishes!
My ex-husband has his 10 year green card through our marriage, and I’m his sponsor. I understand that one of the stipulations for my sponsorship to end is he has to have 40 quarters of work under his belt. Does my quarters worked during our marriage count towards his needed 40 quarters? I also... View More
answered on Feb 23, 2022
Yes, your quarters worked add to his.
An intending immigrant can acquire 40 qualifying quarters in the following ways:
1. Working in the United States for 40 quarters in which the intending immigrant received the minimum
income established by the Social Security... View More
I am trying to make a trip and my parents will not let me, I am 20 years old and I issued my passport when I was still underage. Can they block my passport?
answered on Feb 23, 2022
Since you had a Polish passport before, you can apply for a new passport. Here is a good website with more information: https://www.gov.pl/web/usa-en/passport-for-an-adult
However, if you are planning on traveling on Polish passport, I would make sure that you leaving the United States will... View More
We are only getting married in the Us because of the only family that is in support of our marriage lives in Dallas. It is interfaith and so the pretext for it in India is dangerous. We both are Indian citizens; I have residency in Canada and my partner will be joining me soon.
answered on Feb 1, 2022
As long as you meet the qualifications for getting a marriage license in Texas there is not prohibition against getting married in the US while on an a tourist visit. Best wishes!
I am a naturalize citizen. I am on food stamp and medicaid and I am also going to college and receiving financial aid. Will any of those things be a problem for me? I know the USCIS website said the medicaid and food stamp won't but I'm not sure if the financial aid will be a problem. My... View More
answered on Jan 19, 2022
As long as your husband meets the income requirements for a joint sponsor then your situation will not negatively affect your petition for your mom. Best wishes!
I got married in 2010 and I had my 2 years gc in 2011. Filled i751 in 2013 and got divorced (after a year) in 2014. My case was pending over 3 years then I recieved a letter from uscis for more proof of my marriage. I sent them everything I had I added my divorced letter.
They switched my... View More
answered on Jan 19, 2022
Check out this video from USCIS as to naturalization: https://www.uscis.gov/citizenship/learn-about-citizenship/the-naturalization-interview-and-test
Your citizenship interview will also include questions about your I-751 application.
Best wishes!
answered on Jan 19, 2022
Yes. She should be ready to prove to the border patrol officer that her visit to the US is only temporary and that she intends to return to her home country because she has strong ties there (ex: job, family, real estate, financial obligations, etc). Best wishes!
Hello,
I am a Canadian citizen and have a job offer with a US company that starts in 1 month and I will be working on a TN visa.
I am currently in Canada, can I go visit my sister who lives in the US. I will be on a B2 for a bit while I wait for my job start date in about a month.... View More
answered on Jan 18, 2022
When entering the United States with a TN visa, the visa holder must have “nonimmigrant intent.” This is the same as with entering as a tourist so these two visas are not contradictory. As such, you should have no problem entering the US with tourist intent but IF ASKED you should be honest... View More
The application has not been made yet
answered on Jan 17, 2022
See here for good information: https://immigrantsrising.org/resource/guide-for-undocumented-individuals-traveling-in-the-u-s/
Best wishes!
With a DUI, Can he sponsor me for a spouse visa?
answered on Jan 15, 2022
It is unclear if you/immigrant have the DUI or your spouse. If it is your spouse then no concern. If it is you however, I would recommend doing a consultation with an experienced immigration attorney because if you DUI is for being influence of drugs or you made certain admissions during your... View More
answered on Jan 12, 2022
Best way to find one is to google "immigration attorney" and the name of the biggest city in Canada closest to where you reside or where you may reside in Canada. Best wishes.
I think she will finish out her au pair job until December. I would like to get married before then to start up the process. I just need to know what to do next and how much I will need to save for this. Thank you.
answered on Jan 11, 2022
In most cases, immigrants participating in the au pair exchange program are not subject to the two year home residency requirement but you may want to make sure of this by having your girlfriend consult with an experienced immigration attorney. IF she is not subject to the 2 year requirement, and... View More
I am trying to have my romanian boyfriend move with me to Spain, I am a spanish born citizen and I am just wondering is there any procedures I have to follow for him to be able to stay in Spain with me forever and how should I procede about health insurance since he doesn't have an EU medical card
answered on Jan 3, 2022
This is a question for an immigration attorney who is licensed to practice law in SPAIN (not U.S.A.). Best wishes!
Im currently in turkey and need to come back to the states. Hes making it almost impossible. He promised to send us back
answered on Jan 3, 2022
This is more than just an immigration question. From an immigration law perspective, if you don't have any family members in the US who can buy tickets for you then you should see if the local U.S. embassy/consulate can help you. Best wishes!
My mom obtained her US citizenship when I was 11 years old in 2006. I also received my permanent resident card in 2006. We left the US and resided in Africa until 2014. In 2014 I returned to the US by myself and obtained my passport at the passport office in 2017. My Permanent Resident card was... View More
answered on Jan 3, 2022
Why are you trying to obtain a certificate of citizenship when you have already become a citizen and have had a passport? What is it that you are trying to accomplish? If you need proof of citizenship and your passport is expired, then renew your passport. Best wishes!
The man who signed my birth certificate 34 years ago is not my real father. I believe my mother thought he was my real father at the time. I was told this many years ago, never thought much about it. I met another man I believe is my real father several years ago, but no longer have contact with... View More
answered on Dec 30, 2021
Until and unless another man is legally identified as your legal father, the man listed on your birth certificate who signed it is your legal father. Best wishes!
answered on Dec 30, 2021
Absolutely! The more you see each other, the better. Make sure to take pictures, meet your fiancee's family and friends, and keep proof of your flight and stay. Document the trip well! Best wishes!
I'm a New Zealander we have fallen in love and want to be together. Both mid 50s. Due to fly home February. Been friends for a year. Met in person and we want to marry and I would like to change status to be with him in USA for immediate future.
answered on Dec 29, 2021
In addition to Mr. Serrano's answer, I would encourage you to hire an experienced immigration attorney to help you with this process or at least to do a consultation with one (some offer free consults) to make sure there are no impediments to you applying that you may not be aware of and to... View More
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