my fiance is currently in his country. when he was here he did a five year overstay. what would we need to do yo get a fiance visa?
Wait 10 years or do a hardship waiver. It would be best to contact an immigration attorney to discuss specifics.
I would like to inform USCIS of a greencard holder that has not notified USCIS of their new address after moving 5 times since coming here.
You can always call USCIS and let them know.
Can she get legal help to take my money since she is not a US citizen?
I couldn't say with regards to Philippines law, however I am assuming you will want to bring her to the USA and/or make your child a citizen. If so, please contact us. We can help with either or both.
Call them. I'm not sure who you are looking to reach, but lawyers can be found on this site and government numbers by googling. Good luck!
She’s been to the United States many times she’s had her visa for a while she just got it renewed a little while ago and recently was here in South Carolina with me… Is there a certain way to say that’s she’s coming here to get married to customs or whoever does the visa to where it... Read more »
There are actually multiple ways to get or keep her here permanently, and none take two years. It would be best to discuss the three main options over a phone call. We offer a free consultation for such matters and have handled thousands of similar cases out of the Philippines alone. Please call... Read more »
I am a US citizen who is married but wife is in another country.
An I-130 marriage based petition would be your only true option. While the K3 visa exists still on paper, it is now administratively cancelled once the i-130 is approved, virtually guaranteeing that it will never be processed. Essentially, the K-3 process isn't even worth considering and is a... Read more »
I would like to know if it is possible to obtain a US Work Visa as a german citizen by incorporating a Company in the United States and hiring yourself as the CEO of that exact same company. Technically that would make you an employee of that company and therefore you should be able to get a US... Read more »
You need special authorization to hire foreign workers in most cases. There may be other options however. You should contact an experienced immigration attorney to discuss your situation.
Hi I am currently on h1b and my wife on h4 from India came to US from India on f1 Visa.My parents are permanent resident and I have one Brother who is US citizen through spouse. I don't have anyone back home In India. I have 3 kids all US citizens . I don't have my green card petition filed yet... Read more »
How old are your children? Perhaps they can apply for you. But as far as just staying because your family is here, without proper documentation, that isn't allowed.
I have a status of LPR. In January 2019 I submitted I-130 form for my wife. In February 2019 our son is born. Is it possible to add him to that petition I have already submitted for my wife or I should submit separate petition for my son?
You should consider filing a CRBA to establish citizenship for your son. An experienced immigration attorney can help.
You can work with work authorization. You should contact an experienced immigration attorney to discuss the process and determine if you are eligible for that benefit.
The Philippines doesn't recognize divorce. If a US citizen marries in the Philippines, then divorces in the US, can they petition for a K1 visa for a Filipino EU resident and then marry in the US? It seems to me that as long as that US citizen doesn't return to the Philippines, all's well, but any... Read more »
The divorce in the US would be considered valid and therefore you are free to remarry. That said, you should contact an experienced immigration attorney to discuss all the details before proceeding.
I’m in removal proceedings I filed I-589 defensively in court with IJ and have an Individual hearing Schedule for 2021, I filed ead c08 when 150 days were elapsed on my asylum application my ead was denied letter saying U filed ead before reaching 150 days. I just reapply my ead and 231 days... Read more »
If your official clock says 231 days, you shouldn't have the same issue.
About submitting I-864 Affidavit of Support, I am applying for my husband. My total income in tax return 2018 was $22000 which $9000 of that was from self employed working type. I begin a new job exactly six months ago from 11-04-2018 until today 17-5-2019, I have a letter of employment and pay... Read more »
Using the household member, who is the intending immigrant is complicated and not uniformly processed. You should contact an experienced immigration attorney for assistance.
was arrested a year and a half ago and was charged with misdemeanour for selling a counterfeit item , when can I apply for citizenship ?
You can apply for citizenship at anytime after you've been a Green Card holder residing in the US for 5 years. However, your criminal charge, if convicted, can pose a serious threat to actually being granted citizenship. You should contact an experienced immigration attorney for advice.
On May 13, 1983 I was granted a Leave to Remain in the UK for an indefinite period visa and since then I have maintained this status by not staying outside the UK for more than two years. During my last visit on July 29, 2018 the border force immigration officer in Edinburgh stamped my passport... Read more »
You should contact an immigration lawyer in the UK, not the US.
And we applied for green card. So now I can’t be an F-1 student anymore and I’m confused about my admission. can I study? And if I can what rights I’ll have? (Paying like an international student or resident?)
My university can’t answer me on that and they are saying I need to talk... Read more »
As advised by your University, you should contact an immigration lawyer for assistance.
I'm not sure what you are asking if anything. If you have an immigration related matter, you should contact an experienced immigration attorney.
How are you going to re-enter the USA?
The K1 visa is a single entry visa. If you leave before adjusting status, you will not be able to return without either Advanced Parole or starting over with a marriage based petition. As this is a complex issue, you should contact an experienced immigration attorney for advice.
My Son is out of the country. Is it normal to take so long? I filed in Texas.
It usually takes around two years.
Like why it has happened. Doesnt the USCIS do there own background check.
It depends what the criminal history is. If you require a criminal history waiver, you should definitely contact an experienced immigration lawyer for assistance.
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