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3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Ohio on
Q: Hi there, I am a British citizen married to and American citizen. I came to the USA legally on an esta.

I arrived in October 2020. My plan was to visit for 3 months and my then fiance now husband were planning to leave and re enter on a fiancé visa. We found out this wasn't necessary and we could go ahead and marry whilst I was here on my esta. We began a visa process to get my green card but... View More

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Apr 17, 2023

I am so sorry about what happened to your son You may have immigration options, but they are highly complex and personal. You should consult directly with a reputable immigration attorney about your case. There may be non-profits in your area if money is an issue.

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Hello I have a question about getting my boyfriend who was deported with a aggravated assault charges back in 2000 back

If we get married will it help and his children are also state side when could we apply for the I-212 and what’s the process, he would want to come back for a better opportunity with work, being there for his kids and when we get married and for me to be there for my children please help!! Thank... View More

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Apr 17, 2023

To be honest, this is not something you can get solved online. You definitely need to engage an immigration attorney for this matter as it is highly complex and your family's future depends on it.

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Illinois on
Q: How do I apply for a lost green card, if I’ve lost my wallet with all of my ID’s?

I lost my wallet with all my ID’s except my passport that has my maiden name on it. To file for a lost green card it says I need 2 picture ID’s. i’ve called the immigrations office for help but it goes to an automated help center that can’t answer how to help me. I can’t seem to get ahold... View More

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Apr 17, 2023

Immigration office won’t help here. Hire an immigration attorney to file a replacement request.

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Illinois on
Q: I lost my wallet with all my ID’s except my passport that has my maiden name on it. To file for a lost green card it say
Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Apr 17, 2023

An immigration attorney should represent you in filing a green card replacement request.

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law and Cannabis & Marijuana Law on
Q: Can current "legal" medical marijuana use affect a K1 visa beneficiary from being admissible into the US?

My fiancé currently resides in Jersey Island, UK. He has a legal prescription for medical marijuana. While he's been here visiting, he's NEVER used it and is aware of the ramifications - so he usually tries to get by with Aspercreme/NSAID's for his pain. However, I'm concerned... View More

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Apr 16, 2023

Yes it can as it is still not considered legal for purposes of federal immigration law regardless of state laws. For the other questions they go beyond purposes of this forum and I’d advise a direct consultation with a reputable immigration attorney

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Minnesota on
Q: If a person gets sponsored and accepted o to the US through the USCIS program coming from Haiti can they apply

For health insurance and other

Services in Olmsted County

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Apr 16, 2023

You should check with the providers directly. Privately people are able to buy health insurance but in order to qualify for many public benefits one needs to be at least a green card holder.

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3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Minnesota on
Q: I’m looking to apply to the USCIS program to bring a Haitian friend to Rochester Mn Have you done these forms before ?

Looking to find out if he can apply for health insurance and other benefits as well

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Apr 16, 2023

Yes. There is a program to sponsor Haitians. You’d be best advised to consult directly with a reputable immigration attorney.

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3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Help me for getting Work visa

I am Herbert from Indonesia. Now At Chop, my third child is a patient. I have a B2 visa, which is for medical care. While my son is a patient, I hope to continue working. What do you believe about it? What documents should I gather for this? I'm hoping you can assist me in determining the best... View More

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Apr 15, 2023

I’m assuming this is about a humanitarian visa but without seeing your documents no lawyer can truly analyze your case. It’s like a doctor diagnosing a patient over the phone. Therefore please schedule a consultation with a reputable immigration attorney

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4 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Immigration Law for Georgia on
Q: Need Help

So here is the story:

I’m a U.S. citizen, and my wife is a Canadian and Green Card holder. I have two kids, both of whom are American-Canadian. However, my wife said she wanted to go to Canada to visit her parents, and she asked me to sign a travel consent form so she could travel with... View More

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Apr 14, 2023

Taking someone’s children without a court order or their consent away permanently amounts to child abduction, contact the authorities and a lawyer.

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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Georgia on
Q: N400 Question

So here is my question:

I’m a U.S. citizen, and I married a Canadian wife, and we both lived in the U.S. for 5 years. I applied for the N400 for my wife 5 months ago, and the case is under review at the moment. However, we had some family problems, and my wife took the kids and escaped... View More

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Apr 14, 2023

If citizenship is based on 5 years in LPR status, then yes, the person obtains citizenship on their own, not based on a marriage from which they may have derived LPR status. It is always best practice to work directly with an immigration lawyer on any and all immigration-related matters.

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Family Law and Domestic Violence for California on
Q: I'm a 52yo Male,29 years marriage, disable 3 years, cardiac patient, dialysis dependent, pacemaker holder, in domestic v

Psychological abuse, not able to work and unable to move out. Seeking for shelter and legal advice, victim of adultery proved with DNA paternity tests and 0 income. Wondering if I qualify for any kind of help, no luck so far help is mostly for women but not much for men, thanks hope you can help or... View More

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Apr 14, 2023

It is unclear from your question how this relates to immigration law. If you or the person involved suffering abuse is not a U.S. citizen, you should directly consult with a reputable immigration attorney to help. U.S. citizen or not, it would be best to take advantage of the services that are... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law on
Q: I485 filling for my visiting mother while i130 is pending through consular processing

I filled an i130 for my mother last year through consular processing, it is still pending but my mother is visiting me on b1/b2 visa, can i file i485 AOS here for my mother, if yes then how long do i have to wait before filing i485.

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Apr 14, 2023

Work with a reputable immigration lawyer on this. You would not just file i485. Timing is also an issue.

4 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law, Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation for New York on
Q: Hello, I'm a journalist working on the undocumented workers, victims of work accidents. Can you help me with lawyers?

Would like to find an attorney that could talk in camera about the situation of undocumented workers injured in the working place.

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Apr 11, 2023

Reach out to AILA (American Immigration Lawyer's Association).

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law, Appeals / Appellate Law and Domestic Violence for Texas on
Q: Me dieron orden de deportación desde el día3 de marzo por no acudir a una audiencia el día 1 de marzo puedo apelar por

Estar enferma

De COVID

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Apr 5, 2023

Necesita urgentamente un abogado de inmigracion por poder arreglar eso.

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for California on
Q: How to ask for Notice To Appear from USCIS. If you received a NOID in past for asylum case and now lost your status.

Had my uscis interview, received NOID for having valid US status. NOID was rejected but was not sent to immigration judge for having a valid status. Now lost my status but can’t get Notice to Appear letter

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Mar 29, 2023

You should hire an immigration attorney to assist you.

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Michigan on
Q: Is a Certificate of Naturalization required in the naturalization interview if applying for citizenship through spouse?

I am a naturalized US citizen. My wife is applying for naturalized citizenship through me. I lost my Certification of Naturalization. I have applied for a new one, but estimates say it will take up to 10 months to get it. My wife's naturalization interview is roughly a month away. Does she... View More

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Mar 28, 2023

Assuming this is a natz application based on marriage to a U.S. citizen spouse, yes, the spouse (you in this case) will need to provide proof of U.S. citizenship.

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for New York on
Q: If my greencard was issued in Jan 2019 but I didn't fly to America until Sep 2019, when can I take the citizenship test?

Does this count as more than 6 months abroad?

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Mar 28, 2023

You’ll need to meet the physical presence and continuous residence requirements in order to be eligible for naturalization. To be certain you should consult directly with a reputable immigration attorney who can analyze the impact of your time abroad.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and International Law on
Q: Hello, I'm in danger in Africa as an American citizen, my passport was taken from me. What should I do ?

Is it possible to get any government help from my country, my life is threatened.

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Mar 25, 2023

If you’re already a US citizen and not in the US, you can’t ask for asylum. Go to the closest US embassy and ask for urgent assistance for American citizens. Have them help you report to the police and other authorities. Above all, make sure your personal safety comes first before you do anything.

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Arizona on
Q: My husband threatens me with deportation all time and mentioning that he will not go to the visa interview as my husband

I entered usa by k1 visa me n my daughter i got married in the court to us citizen since sept 2022, filled for l130, l485, l765. Did biometric fingerprints.

Right after i found my self facing emotional n sexual abuse but got squared to report it because he threaten me that he will cancel... View More

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Mar 14, 2023

For your safety please see a reputable immigration attorney immediately and don’t post on a public forum anymore. If you can’t afford a private attorney you can potentially get help from pro bono organizations that assist immigrants going through abuse.

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Alabama on
Q: I have a friend here in the states from Jamaica wanting to work. What’s the fastest way to get work permit, tax ID?
Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Mar 13, 2023

What status is the person on? I am afraid there is no "fast" way to get employment authorization unless they are already here on a work visa that allows them to work. Tourist visa specifically prohibits employment. Your friend's best option would be to check directly with an... View More

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