My wife and I got married February 15. Her J-1 visa expires March 5th. Is it ok if we file the I-130 form after her visa expires? Supposedly she gets a month after her visa expires, but we would like to know if we need to rush to get it done now (living a state away until her program ends in March.)
answered on Feb 24, 2019
You first need to determine whether she is subject to the 2-year foreign residency requirement. Then what you file when will be based on whether you are a US citizen or permanent resident. Consult with an immigration attorney for a full analysis of your case.
I didn't have my court appearance yet and this is my first time I never have an issue with the police before
answered on Feb 24, 2019
It's likely that this would fall under the petty offense section, but you need to consult with an immigration attorney for a full review of your case. If at all possible, this charge needs to be resolved prior to your interview. USCIS will not approve an application with a pending criminal charge
Previous marriage ended in separation a year he received his green card. I was to finalize the divorce in Oct 2017. I was never able to reach him since he left home and I never heard back from him. Would it complicate things if I want to file a petition for my soon to be husband?
answered on Feb 16, 2019
As long as you are legally divorced, there's no problem filing an immigration petition for a second spouse.
On ground that i have the intention of coming in to work in the state. And posibly get married. My phone was ransacked picked some messages just to match their points.
Should i apply for a waiver before applying for a visa?
answered on Feb 12, 2019
You need to consult with an immigration attorney for a full case analysis prior to submitting any application.
I did my interview on August 31, 2018 , got my approval letter on September 4, 2018 but still haven"t receive my card.
Keep calling uscis to find out status of case but doesn't seem to get a valid response. Not sure what to do at this point. Can anyone help me?
answered on Feb 12, 2019
Try making an InfoPass appointment with your local USCIS office.
I hold a Palestinian authority passport and flying out from Jordan where I reside now.
I had been in the us three years ago and I picked up a felony charge which I never went to court for and left the us so I was sentenced while I'm away.
Can I still enter canada with my... View More
answered on Feb 12, 2019
You would need to check with an immigration attorney in Canada; admittance would be based on Canadian law. If you ever hope to re-enter the U.S. you will need to consult with both a criminal defense and immigration lawyer.
a holiday in August. Can we apply for a tourist visa and a spouse visa at the same time, or can the spouse visa only be applied for afterward? Or will she not be able to travel to the US at all on a travel visa? As a note, I am a native-born US citizen.
answered on Feb 12, 2019
Technically you could start the spousal visa process now and still apply for a visitor visa. If the visa is granted, there is still no guarantee of admittance by CBP. If you are admitted, as long as you leave on time and still process your immigrant visa through the consulate, there's no... View More
I applied to DACA got accepted but didn't renewed it again since I became a mother and became a full stay at home mom I have no criminal record what is the best way to fix papers
answered on Feb 12, 2019
The exact process that will apply to your case depends on many factors that need to be fully analyzed by an immigration attorney.
Can he do a k1 visa with cosponsors, while in jail?
answered on Feb 11, 2019
If you can navigate the practical issues of getting him to sign immigration petitions and can get his documents (birth certificate, judgments, etc.), there is no statutory prohibition against someone in jail filing an immigration petition. As you mention, you would need a joint sponsor.
AoS forms ask for employment information. i've been F-1 student in the US for years. Should I just skip the employment section since I have not worked anywhere (I moved here right after high school)?
answered on Feb 11, 2019
You should answer every question. If the section does not apply, a n/a or none would be the appropriate entry. For immigration purposes, attending school does not count as employment.
He is currently in jail
answered on Feb 11, 2019
You need to hire an immigration attorney who can file a motion for an immigration bond once any criminal bond is handled. He will most likely be referred to immigration court for removal proceedings. An immigration attorney can determine whether he is eligible to file any applications to remain... View More
1st interview was in Nov 2018 the officer say they would send us a letter if they need anything else ,,, now in feb 2019 we have to go back in for 2nd interview within a week .
answered on Feb 9, 2019
You did not actually ask a question, but my recommendation is to hire an immigration attorney to prepare you for and accompany you to the interview. The most likely reason for the second interview is suspected fraud.
Can I marry him in USA and apply for conditional GC or should I go back and apply from my home country. I had my h1b visa stamped earlier.(2008 to 2011), but I never used it. Its not that I am getting married immediately but can I get married within in my 6 months of stay.
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answered on Feb 9, 2019
You should definitely contact an immigration attorney for assistance as there are multiple options.
No DACA, I was brought here on July, 2008.
Looking for further education.
20 years old.
answered on Feb 9, 2019
Possibly, yes. The specific facts make all the difference in determining the exact process that would apply to your case. You would need to have a full consultation with an immigration attorney to get a fully analysis.
I’m f1 holding since Setember 2017 (esl), I got married with a American citizen in October 2018. Can I stop go to school? I’m about to send papers, but I’ll not be able to pay for school anymore, once I’ll have taxes and lawyer pay. I’m really concern about that once I’ve been doing... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2019
If you are eligible for adjustment of status, once you file the application you are legal to remain in the U.S. and may receive temporary employment authorization. I suggest consulting with an immigration attorney who can fully analyze your case prior to submitting anything to USCIS.
My fiancee had a F1 Visa and she was enrolled in a English class for 9 months did she need to provide a police certificate from The USA or only from her home country when she will be called for the K1 visa interview ?
answered on Feb 8, 2019
Just her country; the U.S. does not give police clearance certificates but will run an FBI background check.
The charge (in Mar 2007) was "Resisting Public Officer" (Statute 14-223), the Statute on his record is 14-277 (A) (4) NC which is "Impersonation of Law Enforcement or Public Officer"
answered on Feb 7, 2019
He will need to retain the services of a criminal defense attorney.
To Travel back to USA so I got a lawyer and left him a power of attorney paper to fininsh my marriage here in Egypt, my question is with doing that is my marriage valid to immigration to apply for my husband CR-1
answered on Feb 7, 2019
I highly advise having a full consultation with an immigration attorney. The U.S. does not recognize proxy marriages. If that is what occurred, you will have problems with immigration when you try to file the spousal petition.
answered on Feb 7, 2019
To be eligible to apply for naturalization after 3 years of permanent residency rather than 5, you must have been married to and living with your U.S. citizen spouse for 3 years since becoming a permanent resident. If your spouse was an LPR part of the time, you must wait until it has been 3 years.
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