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Q: My husband is a New Zealander. I am a US citizen. Spousal Visa:do I have to pledge to be his sponsor & financial guardi

Do I have to be his financial guardian? Meaning, when I sign his paperwork, am I pledging to be his financial guardian?

Claudia Jocelyne Kokaz Muslu
Claudia Jocelyne Kokaz Muslu
answered on Jun 4, 2020

The following individuals are required by law to submit a Form I-864, Affidavit of Support completed by the petitioner (you would be the petitioner for your husband) to obtain an immigrant visa or adjustment of status:

All immediate relatives of U.S. citizens which include spouses who...
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Q: I am currently stuck in the US due to the covid outbreak the borders of my country are closed. What are my options

They are reopening I am currently stuck in the US due to the coronavirus outbreak the borders of my country are closed. they are reopening this week, however the flights that were once available are being cancelled. this is very unstable and my stay is ending July 11th. I do not want to overstay on... View More

Claudia Jocelyne Kokaz Muslu
Claudia Jocelyne Kokaz Muslu
answered on Jun 5, 2020

This really depends on the type of visa you have now. For example there are exceptions for visa program waiver/ESTA holders where you can get an extension for your stay for one to two months from customs and border protection or USCIS. This is not possible if you are on a tourist (B2) visa. Then,... View More

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