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answered on Jan 4, 2018
Thank you for your question.
This depends on your immigration status.
Spouses of US citizens can apply for status at the US consulate in their home country.
Assuming you are a US citizen, the immigration history of your spouse should be reviewed by an immigration attorney... View More 
Our priority date is 3/27/2017. My wife is Brazilian and I am Irish. If it can be transferred to another SC by moving, will it speed up our process? If we move back to Ireland until she gets her Green Card approved, will this affect our application and my Green Card status? The California SC... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2018
Thank you for your question.
If you move to another state, this will update your address on the I-130 in California.
As you may have read the I-130 and I-485 are two separate applications. Because you are an LPR there is not a visa immediately available for your wife, meaning even... View More
I just heard that motorcycle clubs can be labeled as gangs.
answered on Jan 4, 2018
Thank you for your question.
If you are interested in being a naturalized citizen you will have to disclose all clubs, groups and affiliations on the application.
If you have questions about a specific group, please call my office for a free consultation.
Dad was born in 1946 in Philadelphia. Moved to Bermuda in the late 50s. Came back to US for college throughout the 60s. Had me in 1989. His sister is a US citizen by birth but she has spent more time in US. Dad passed away in 2000 so can’t ask him questions about his status and can’t reclaim... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2018
Thank you for the question.
You likely are already be a citizen but will likely also have to file paperwork for proof.
Additional information such as whether your parents were married at the time of your birth, if you have your father’s birth certificate and other pertinent... View More
I have green card and also the house owner in US, but i need to go back to my country to have some medical, It take nearly 6 months, I wonder i cant not go back to US after a long time.
answered on Jan 4, 2018
Thank you for your question.
Any travel is cumulative and a departure longer than six months may raise a red flag.
There are additional details as to your status and goals for naturalization that are necessary for a complete answer.
I recommend speaking with an... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2018
Thank you for your question.
In my experience the current processing time for a I-601A is 2-6 months.
If you are outside the US already for your Visa interview you may need additional documentation depending on details not provided.
I recommend you speak with an... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2018
Thank you for your question.
A diagnosis of schizophrenia alone is likely not a deportable offense.
However if the schizophrenia should lead to any criminal conduct that may lead to a deportable offense. Be mindful that while some states have made marijuana and other drugs legal,... View More
In the worst case scenario that the immigrant does not work and just sits on the couch all day, what is the joint sponsor responsible for according to I-864? What might the government do or if the immigrant sues, how will damages be accounted?
answered on Jan 4, 2018
That is a great question.
Being a joint sponsor means you are entering a contract with the government to be accountable for any federal benefits received by the immigrant.
I recommend you read the rights and responsibilities section on the I-864 because the contract can only be... View More
What is the best and fastest way to get his permanent resident card? Should we get married first then apply for his permanent status or thru a fiancee visa? Does he need to leave the country?
answered on Jan 4, 2018
Congratulations on your engagement!
There are details as to the length and type of of your fiance’s visa as well as other pitfalls to your situation which are necessary for a complete answer.
I recommend speaking with an immigration attorney who will assist in laying out your... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2018
Thank you for your question.
This question has multiple components that would need to be determined for a complete answer.
I recommend speaking with an immigration attorney to determine your next steps.
HI I am an LPR want file for my wife and also I want to adopt two children can I file for the adopted children also we didn't live with those children for last two years."
answered on Jan 4, 2018
Thank you for the question.
Based on the information provided, you can file for your wife. However, I recommend a consultation with an immigration attorney to confirm her immigration history and discuss her eligibility.
As to the children, they are not yours at this time therefore... View More
How long will it take to get green card
Does it help that i got brought at 4 not knowing what i was doing and before i was over had work permit
answered on Jan 4, 2018
Thank you for your question.
From the information provided you will be able to attain a green card from your spouse, but your illegal entry regardless of your age may mean you need to leave the US to apply for the green card.
As to the illegal DACA, this would require additional... View More
I am an USA citizen. My father used to live in USA until 2008. He entered to USA in 1991 without I-94 and filed political asylum in 1997 and asylum was not granted and he was asked to leave the country but he continued to stay. I am an USA citizen and want to bring my father to USA. I am looking... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2018
This question has some additional details that would be important to understand. One important issue is whether your father is still in the US now, or if he has gone back to his country of origin.
I would recommend speaking with an immigration attorney here in Sacramento, so they may... View More
I’m a 21 year old girl born in Iran, raised in the UK from a year old and moved to California 3 years ago on a dependent visa. I just received my green card and permenant residency, and I’m wondering if it’s safe for me to travel to Canada/Mexico/ or UK (not Iran) and be allowed back in the... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2018
Thank you for your question.
I agree with Hector, however as a practical matter you may be pulled into what is called a secondary inspection for questioning.
They may do this inspection and hold you for a period of time for this questioning. They legally have the right to do this.... View More
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