answered on Jun 6, 2019
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... View More 
answered on Jun 4, 2019
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... View More
answered on May 31, 2019
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... View More
answered on May 31, 2019
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 ?
answered on May 31, 2019
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... View More
answered on May 31, 2019
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 with the lawyer.
answered on May 31, 2019
As advised by your University, you should contact an immigration lawyer for assistance.
answered on May 30, 2019
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?
answered on May 28, 2019
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.
Like why it has happened. Doesnt the USCIS do there own background check.
answered on May 24, 2019
It depends what the criminal history is. If you require a criminal history waiver, you should definitely contact an experienced immigration lawyer for assistance.
The LPR was sponsored by a U.S. citizen relative and has been in the U.S. for almost 4 years. Her spouse resides overseas and visits her regularly on his tourist visa. Recently the LPR was diagnosed with stage 3 cancer and requires immediate treatment, so, her spouse got to the U.S. right away to... View More
answered on Apr 30, 2019
Generally no, because the I-130 won't be current to file for Adjustment of Status. However, the spouse can file a visitor visa extension if they need to stay longer than six months. You should contact an experienced immigration attorney for help.
answered on Apr 29, 2019
Yes, as long as you come back before it expires. That said, you should have an extension letter by that point from filing for removal of conditions. You should contact an experienced immigration attorney for assistance.
I have been married for 5 years. I received my card 04/01/2014 and I just seen it expired 04/01/2016. We are still happily married. What can I do to fix this, what are my options? We are on a very limited budget.
answered on Apr 24, 2019
You should still file the I-751 with an explanation as to why you were late on filing. If that doesn't work, your options become more complicated.
Just received approval for an i130 my wife who is a citizen submitted two yrs ago we were waiting for it for hearing but was told by another attorney today that we had zero to no chance that I will not be deported unless my wife or son were extremely sick i was pretty much just told to get my... View More
answered on Apr 22, 2019
You should really discuss your case with an experienced immigration attorney. We've handled many such cases for example, and deportation is not a foregone conclusion.
Has now been forfeited in MD and has not been in operation for some years. Will this have any effect on my naturalization application? What if the LLc was partly owned by a US citizen?
answered on Apr 19, 2019
Unless you were committing illegal activity with the LLC, you shouldn't have any issue.
I am an foreigner (dutch nationality) living with my US citizen partner in the netherlands my us partner wants to move back to the us can we start the procedure for requesting a green card while we are both living abroad? how will the sponsership work if we both are living abroad and my us citizen... View More
answered on Apr 8, 2019
Your case is a bit complex, however your goals can be accomplished. The process would start with a spousal based filing in the United States, ultimately that will result in a Green Card. Based on the issues in your case, you should contact an experienced immigration lawyer for help. The cost... View More
I have ID and ssn, am working nurse and paying taxes
My dad pass away last 6 months
answered on Apr 5, 2019
You will need to be a green card holder for five years before you can file for citizenship.
My ex husband and i got married in our home country in 2003. Then before we start the paperwork to bring him to USA somebody told me instead to apply for a spousal visa i should apply for a fiance visa because it was faster,and i did so. The visa was approve, and in 2006 we married in Florida.We... View More
answered on Apr 5, 2019
You are seemingly divorced on a marriage that you lied about to the US Government. This is a complex issue and could negatively impact your life on several levels if not addressed properly. You need to speak with an experienced immigration attorney.
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