Do we have to go to the US embassy in my country or start the process all over again?
answered on Feb 7, 2019
No. You need to go directly to an experienced immigration attorney who can analyze and explain the situation. This is not something you can handle on your own.
What should I put on the I29 form for the k1 visa on beneficiary physical address in the last 5 years?
Hello my and my fiancee are ready to filling out the I29 form for the K1 Visa , on the section that they asking her physical address on the last 5 years I am not sure what to put , I met... View More 
answered on Feb 6, 2019
She should list every address at which she has lived at any point during the last five years; inside or outside the U.S. You should really consider hiring an immigration attorney to handle this process for you.
I did 16 weekends of jail 5 years of Probation, I have tried to apply for immigration green card but it’s denied due to my felony case they say it’s Moral Turpitude, the DJ was hitting my brother because he fell on his equipment and I tried to defend him, I never wanted to hurt him, can you... View More
answered on Feb 5, 2019
Contact a criminal defense attorney and ask if a Padilla motion may be an option. That's a case that sometimes allows a criminal conviction to be reopened and readjudicated when the defendant was not advised on the immigration consequences of the plea.
I am in L2 dependent visa I have applied for my employment authorization document application (EAD) for my work permit on Nov 1st 2018 , On Nov 15th I got a rejection stating " Form G-28 Rejected Because It Was Improperly Filed" I applied my application myself and I dont have an attorney.... View More
answered on Feb 5, 2019
If an attorney is not handling the case the G-28 form is not applicable. If you have a receipt notice for the EAD (form I-765) then just wait for it to be processed. If USCIS sent everything back because of the G-28 issue you will need to resubmit.
My request got denied because I did not provide evidence that I was in school, graduated high school or had a diploma or GED. I was registered for community college and sent them the form. I have graduated high school but that was before the renewal request. The notice ends with “you may not file... View More
answered on Feb 5, 2019
If this was a renewal application you may be able to reapply. I recommend consulting with an immigration attorney to discuss options and handle the case.
answered on Feb 4, 2019
If you meet all other eligibility requirements, yes. You and your wife can each apply. The process for children depends upon their ages. I suggest consulting with an immigration attorney to discuss all aspects of the case.
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answered on Feb 4, 2019
Your best bet is a business law attorney. A general practitioner who handles civil contracts should have familiarity with those issues as well.
answered on Feb 4, 2019
Generally, yes. the potential employer would be petitioning on your behalf. You would need to consult an immigration attorney for a full analysis of your situation to see if an O-visa is an option.
Can he become a resident after we get married what are his chances of becoming a us resident after marriage.
answered on Feb 4, 2019
Although I always suggest having a full consultation with an immigration attorney, this answer is a pretty definite no. If he had not re-entered the U.S. after having been deported, there would be a process for him to potentially return. However, now that he has re-entered, he has made himself... View More
I am a J1 Research Scholar at a major public research university.
Both my J visa and DS2019 have endorsement from the Visa Officer that I am NOT subject to 212E the 2 year rule.
However, my skills are on my home country's skill list.
However, because the decision of... View More
I filed federal taxes a week prior to the interview and had copies of my returns at the interview, but wasn't asked to show them. At the end I was told I will get a notice in the mail about what to submit. I received a letter a few days later asking for federal tax transcripts and state taxes... View More
answered on Feb 1, 2019
All you can do is send in what you have and ask for an extension. You could speak with an immigration to handle the response, but there's not anything else he/she could do.
We pay income tax on our Canadian pensions to Canada, so are we required to also pay the tax to the US? Thank you.
answered on Feb 1, 2019
I suggest posting this question in the tax law section as this issue falls outside the scope of most immigration attorneys.
I was caught for shoplifting ( Misdemeanor A and it’s my first time offense. This was on 2017 April ) when I’m on F1 visa and I was arrested and taken to jail, been there for at least 3 hours before coming out with bail. They took my mug shots, finger prints, eye scan etc.. My lawyer said my... View More
answered on Feb 1, 2019
Even if the case is expunged, you will still need to disclose the arrest and charge on any immigration paperwork and be prepared to show documentation of the dismissal. Have all of that with you when you go to the consulate and it should not present a problem. I would advise a consultation with... View More
I am an asylee living in the US since 2001. I have been convicted of DUI felony. I need to change my status to green card. How hard is it?
answered on Feb 1, 2019
I suggest hiring an immigration attorney to assist you with the adjustment of status process. If the DUI is the only thing on your record, it should not be an issue.
Hello,
A few days ago, I recieved my asylum approval and in the approval there is nothing says when can I ask about the case so I want to know how long time do I have to wait until I get the green card. I applied for I-584 case two years ago and my father is already US citizen.
answered on Jan 31, 2019
You must have asylum status for 1 year and then you can apply for your green card.
We are planning on getting married soon and would like to know when she would be able to move back with me. I am a US citizen by birth. She is a French national with a french company. When in the process of applying for a spousal visa would that allow here to leave the company without having to... View More
answered on Jan 30, 2019
Once you are married, if she is still in the U.S., she could apply for adjustment of status (process of obtaining permanent residency from within the U.S.) She would then be able to receive temporary employment authorization that would allow her to work for any employer. This will cover her until... View More
answered on Jan 30, 2019
Yes, as long as you plan to enter with the B2, remain for no more than your authorized stay, and then leave. Otherwise, you would need a different type of visa.
I am on a 2-year green card through marriage and am renewing soon. I am not very close with my brother, but I have heard he has overstayed his visa so therefore is here illegal at the moment. Will this affect my renewal in any sort of way? Should I be notifying my lawyer when I meet one in our... View More
Now my question is can they visit USA on that visa now which isn't expired yet. By the way my mom lives in India.
Please suggest
answered on Jan 30, 2019
If she has a multiple-entry B1/B2 visa that has not expired, yes, she can use that to enter at any time before expiration.
They both live in mexico, I am a US Citizen, I already went through all the process and when they went to the US consulate in Juarez, they got penalized and declined due to overstaying more than 365 days and due to misrepresentation 212 a 6 c i, and 212 a 9 b ii, at the bottom it says they can... View More
answered on Jan 30, 2019
To be eligible for the waiver, they must be able to show extreme hardship to a qualifying relative. For purposes of the unlawful presence waiver, children are not qualifying relatives, only USC or LPR spouses or parents. So if there is no qualifying relative, they will have no option but to serve... View More
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