Hi! I'm 17 and am gonna iimmigrate to US in a couple weeks and the university has accepted my application. I'm worried about immigration crimination check (do we have such thing?) since I screwed up a few month ago and accidently searched something that that site warned me and I'm... View More 
answered on Apr 17, 2022
Hey there, depends on what you searched. If there is a suspected threat to National security, there could be more investigations. You have a better chance If you actually haven’t been convicted of any crimes. Also a student Visa is a non immigrant visa, so better to describe it as Entering the... View More
How do I prove lawful entry. I came here in 2005
answered on Apr 6, 2022
Do you know your passport info? You could potentially retrieve your I-94 online. Or FOIA requesting your immigration records which should include I-94 info. You’ll probably need to get a new passport at this point. Good luck!
answered on Mar 12, 2022
If you are a US citizen or resident, you start by filing a family based petition for your wife and provide proof that the marriage is real, like Photos and other shared documents in the marriage. When the petition is approved, the next step is immigrant visa application before she comes to the USA.
answered on Oct 19, 2021
Hello, most Immigration Lawyers practice Nationwide. You can contact a few lawyers to see if it’s a good fit (fee and service scope)
Also, we now refer to people who don’t have residency or work papers as Non Citizen or undocumented. Illegal makes it sound like he did something wrong... View More
This seems so crazy to me but I'm actually asking these questions on behalf of my 60 year old significant other who was born in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1960. His mother married an officer in the US military who was stationed somewhere over on that side of the world back then. They married.... View More
answered on Oct 10, 2020
Hey, you may be able to access his immigration records through the freedom of information act. You may need to know the case number for his moms application. Perhaps Kim is also a beneficiary of his stepfathers US citizenship. It is best to consulte an experienced immigration attorney before... View More
answered on Oct 10, 2020
Good morning. Yes. Typically all fees are mailed together with your original submission. Let me know if you need any help going forward. Good luck.
I am a US citizen petitioning my husband. We have an approved I 130 and submitted all the documents including I 864 to NVC and they have been accepted. Right now we are just waiting for them to give us an interview date at the American embassy. Our physical address is in Mexico but our mailing... View More
answered on Oct 9, 2020
Hi, it is definitely important to change address ASAP during any immigration proceeding. Contact the NVC with your updated address. There is no special address change form for Consulate process.
Let me know if you have any questions or need help with any step of the process. Good luck!
We are now living in Europe, but would like to visit family. Prior to deportation, he was arrested and plead no contest to one charge and the other two were dropped. Our lawyer at the time failed to tell us that a no contest plea was basically the same as guilty in the rulings of immigration law.... View More
answered on Oct 9, 2020
Good morning. Your husband should be able to reapply for a tourist visa and include a waiver for non-immigrant visas. Contact an experienced immigration attorney to help with the process to avoid complications.
Please remember that this is not legal advice and does not create client lawyer... View More
My spouse and Kid are back to my home country 2017. My wife is working there. They are not living with me and are not part of my tax etc.
I am applying I-485 for myself, will my wife and kids will be considered as a Household or not in I-944?
As per instruction seems - No Please... View More
answered on Oct 3, 2020
Hey, for the I-944, your household members include spouse or children under the age of 21 not physically residing with you but you provide at least 50% of thier financial support.
I suggest that you consult with an experienced Immigration attorney to review your I-944 and ensure that you... View More
It’s in California service center.
answered on Sep 27, 2020
Hi there has been significant delays since the COVID-19 pandemic. Did you update your address online if you moved?
If your case is outside the proceesing time, you have several options. You could contact USCIS by phone to ask about the status or make a case inquiry online.
If you... View More
- primary sponsor is a one person household , i864 income insufficient.
- has Joint sponsor seperate household income is marginal wants to include spouse. Does spouse use i864a or become 2nd Joint Sponsor on another i864? Thanks
answered on Sep 27, 2020
Good Morning. I-864A is for household members of the sponsor or joint sponsor whos income will be Included in the total household income.
Are you using the poverty guidelines on USCIS website?
Have you considered who will be added to your I-944? Let me know if you have follow up... View More
for green card and passport
answered on Sep 25, 2020
Consultation fee depends on several factors like the attorney, the area and sometimes the issue. Its best to reach out to the particular lawyer you would like to retain.
At my law firm, we offer competitive prices and payment plans. Get in touch with me to discuss your immigration questions.
I have prepared l-485, l-130/130A, l-864, and l-765
answered on Sep 25, 2020
Good morning. The I-944 is required for Adjustment of status. Marriage based greencard is my main focus of practice. I will be glad to help you review your documents before submission.
Be sure your spouse is a US citizen before filing concurrently.
This communication is not legal... View More
Hi,
Me and my spouse have valid medical tests and the appropriate 485 paperwork done in the USA. Can I file I-485 with my spouse being outside USA?
answered on Sep 25, 2020
Hey, Are you the US Citizen petitiner in this case? If your spouse is currently in your home country, then he/she will apply for greencard through consulate processing which means- from outside the US.
If your spouse is in the US already and your petition is approved, then you will need... View More
answered on Sep 17, 2020
Hey, Have you already applied and been waiting for years? Thats a theme for 751 these days.
Or is this a new application? I can help you with that.
Please contact me to discuss the details of your case.
A friend of mine has been living in the US since June 2009. He became a permanent resident in July 2011. His permanent resident card needs to be renewed before July 2021 (he has been here a little over 11 years now).
He was just recently given a citation. It says he was in violation of... View More
answered on Sep 12, 2020
Hey, a misdemeanor could affect the approval of a greencard renewal. Your friend has to discussed with a criminal attorney about the consequences this charge. Your friend should also schedule a consultation with a competent immigration attorney. Many law firms, including mine, offer telephone or... View More
Would it effect her getting a green card
We waiting on interview . And we of course used someone else as sponsor
answered on Sep 11, 2020
Hey, under the public charge rule, the USCIS will consider whether the intending immigrant has received or will be eligible to receive public benefits in the future. Last month, there was a temporary hold on i-944 but it seems to apply to certain states- NY-VT-CT- USCIS has been quite about the... View More
answered on Sep 11, 2020
Hi, the notice of action is simply acknowledging the receipt of your documents and the next steps. If it not accompanied by an actual benefit card like a Permanent resident or EAD card, it cannot be used as proof of benefit by itself.
I hope this answers your question.
I'm applying for my spouse an I-130 petition. I have never filed a petition for any one before, however, I applied for my wife an I-129F (Finace Visa) and it got approved, also, I once was a sponsor for my mother and filed an affidavit of support (i-864) but I was not the petitioner, my sister... View More
answered on Sep 5, 2020
Hey, I was just answering your previous question. K1 is Immigration proceedings so i think it is best to disclose all your prior filings as requested.
Connect with me and I can guide you through your application process. I practice mostly marriage based greencard.
*this... View More
Hi . My boyfriend came to USA crossing the border . But since I m a USA citizen we will get married so he can get his green card license. But I'm scared about my family knowing I want to keep it a secret until the right time .will all the documents come in my address is there a way I can put... View More
answered on Aug 30, 2020
Hey, contact an Immigration Attorney before you file to ensure that your boyfriend can prove lawful admission. Lawful admission is required for adjustment of status to greencard holder. Otherwise, the applicant needs to return to his country and file through consulate process.
Address:... View More
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