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I have applied for I-130 for my parents and send all the paper but i noticed that my naturalization certificate was not signed by me. Should i send them another copy as an addition that is signed or wait till they send a notice for further evidence or sth?
answered on Feb 21, 2020
At this stage of the filing of the relative petition, you will have to wait for USCIS to respond. USCIS may accept the filing “as is” or issue an RFE allowing you to cure the defect.
I am over 21 years of age, my mom has applied for me in 2010 under the F2B form, and I will appreciate further assistance on this, as of this year, 2020, I am still waiting for the processing of such document.
Thank you,
Marina
answered on Feb 20, 2020
If your mother has not obtained the approval of the FORM I-130 that was filed on your behalf then she must contact the USCIS 1-800 hotline to inquire about the status of the case.
If the relative petition was approved by USCIS and the case was forwarded to the National Visa Center then you... View More 
All the documents requested from me are ready but I only have a photocopy of the RFE,will that be accepted by USCIS?
answered on Feb 20, 2020
You can forward a proper and complete response to USCIS with a copy of the RFE and the support documents that are requested by USCIS.
Do I have to disclose this in my N-400?
I went to LVticket authority to be taken care of.
My fine is around $150 for going 5 miles over
My problem is they moved the court date to May. Should I wait after the court day before filing or I should be fine?
answered on Feb 20, 2020
You can file the FORM N-400 with USCIS if you can fulfill all of the requirements for naturalization.
The traffic violation must be disclosed in the application for naturalization. You also will have to eventually disclose the disposition of the violation.
Good luck to you.
I am now 30 years old. Do I qualify under his petition if I’m still single? Or have I aged out?
answered on Feb 19, 2020
In the scenario that you have posted, the CSPA allows you to deduct from your age the amount of time that USCIS took to adjudicate the FORM I-130.
An experienced immigration attorney can assist you with this matter.
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Im from germany and im here in the usa with a valid non immigrant working visa. My current employer whants to sponsor me and transferring into another non immigrant work visa class. Back in Berlin i had already the interview at the consulate. Do i have to prepare for another one here too?
answered on Feb 19, 2020
A request for a change of non- immigrant status does not require an interview with USCIS. You should be in lawful status when the request is made with USCIS.
He is working for a trucking company in the US with no work permit he currently has a tourist visa and recently got a ticket. His court is coming up and we are unsure of what to do. Or how to go about it.
answered on Feb 19, 2020
Your spouse appears to be unlawfully employed in the U.S.and should seek to obtain lawful status.
In regards to the traffic ticket, he can engage the services of an attorney to assist him with the traffic violation.
Good luck to you.
One day, after 3 or 4 years with a expire visa,me, my sister who is already an American citizen and my mother decided to enter the Honolulu immigration center and ask for a work permit,(we tried the honestly form), I never get caught working, stealing, fighting, etc., but showing my Brazilian... View More
answered on Feb 19, 2020
If you complied with the voluntary departure order issued by the immigration court in 2001, you were not removed/ deported from the U.S.
You can ask your U.S. citizen sibling to file the FORM I-130 , relative petition, on your behalf. However, keep in mind that you will have to wait... View More
answered on Feb 18, 2020
If you submit the FORM I-485 with USCIS or the DS-260 with the National Visa Center you do not impact your existing J-1 or J-2 status but you will not be eligible to receive the non- immigrant J-1 or J-2 visas again in that you have expressed an intent to immigrate to the U.S.
answered on Feb 18, 2020
If one of your U.S. resident parents files the relative petition, FORM I-130, on your behalf , you can expect to wait at least 5 years or more for a visa to become available. Citizens of Mexico or the Philippines can expect longer waiting periods.
My brother when working for company-A , had applied for B1 visa in 2012 and he was granted B1/B2 both for 10 years duration.
He is visiting USA for leisure on B1/B2 visa which is valid till 2022.
There is no annotation remarks on the visa, however wondering if he could still travel... View More
answered on Feb 18, 2020
The non- immigrant B-1/B-2 visa can be presented at a U.S. port of entry for the period of duration of such visa provided you are visiting the U.S. for business or tourism purposes.
How do I go about this? And what are my chances?
Wanted to file for naturalization. It has been 5 years since I obtained my 10yr GC. Wanted to file for naturalization, but Im still on probation for my DUI convictions...
What's the best way to go about this? Still got 6yrs left... View More
answered on Feb 18, 2020
You should not apply for naturalization in light of the charges and convictions against you during the time that you have held resident status.
You should visit with an experienced immigration attorney for further guidance. Good luck to you.
My wife and I are from the same country. However, she has US citizenship. When I submitted the AOS application (F1-visa), my wife was overseas, she is there for family matters.
The interview of AOS based on marriage is in two weeks. What should I tell the officer? is it a problem that she... View More
answered on Feb 17, 2020
If your U.S. citizen spouse is the petitioner of the relative petition that was filed with USCIS then both of you must present evidence that both of you are involved in a good faith marriage.
You also can explain the “ family matters “ that have caused your spouse to remain abroad and... View More
Hi I am on an E3 visa (teacher) that expires in June 2021. I am getting married in six months. Should I renew my E3 and then apply for a green card? What will happen to my work rights?
answered on Feb 17, 2020
You have been issued , as an Australian citizen, a professional specialty visa that allows you to perform services within a specialty occupation for an employer in the U.S.
The fact that you marry in the U.S. does not impact the E3 status that you now hold. However, if you are married to... View More
Because of a missing document the judge couldn’t make an immediate decision at my removal hearing. I mailed the document next day, and about 2 weeks later, I received a copy of the letter ice sent to the judge indicating they received and accepted the document and waive their right to appeal.... View More
answered on Feb 17, 2020
The immigration court that granted you relief will be able to provide you with a copy of the judge’s order. You should contact the clerk of the court that has jurisdiction for your case matter.
My wife and I are from the same country. However, she has US citizenship. When I submitted the AOS application (F1-visa), my wife was overseas, and she is still there for family matters.
The interview of AOS based on marriage is in two weeks in Casper Wy.
What should I tell the... View More
answered on Feb 17, 2020
If your U.S. citizen spouse is the petitioner of the relative petition that was filed with USCIS then both of you must present evidence that both of you are involved in a good faith marriage.
You also can explain the “ family matters “ that have caused your spouse to remain abroad and... View More
answered on Feb 18, 2020
The costs and fees for any immigration process will vary depending on the immigration benefit that you are seeking. You can contact an
experienced immigration attorney who can provide you with additional information.
My mother is from Canada and met her now husband on a vacation to Texas in 2012. They fell in love and she stayed for 10 months. When trying to visit Canada together after 10 months, her husband was denied entry to canada and my mother denied return to the US for 6 months. After 6 months apart,... View More
answered on Feb 13, 2020
If your mother lawfully entered the U.S. and if her spouse can present proof of U.S. citizenship then an adjustment of status with USCIS is possible provided that she is not inadmissible for other reasons.
By the way, the quoted legal fee of $15,000 is excessive.
Does her father biological father need to be involved?
answered on Feb 13, 2020
Either you or your spouse can file the relative petition , FORM I-130, with USCIS to commence the process to obtain the immigrant visa for your child.
An experienced immigration attorney can explain the advantages of filing as a resident or a U.S. citizen.
Good luck to you.
I can send the job duties after. I also got accepted in a US university which is permitted under the L1-A visa. I'm in Canada also.
answered on Feb 13, 2020
Your prior work history for the past 3 years, the affiliation of your current employer with the prospective employer, the proposed job duties and other factors will determine whether you are eligible for the L-1 visa.
You may want to contact the prospective employer’s immigration... View More
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