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answered on Mar 28, 2021
Applicants for immigrant visas who have a priority date earlier than the application date of October 22, 2006 listed in the Visa Bulletin chart for March 2021 can proceed to be issued the immigrant visa at the U.S. consulate after fulfilling all of the National Visa Center requirements.
I got a job offer from a US company in Dallas,TX. I am from Egypt.They asked me to fill a form for permanent employment certification. Then send it to their law firm.Then the law firm asked me to pay
-Consultation/Legal Service Charge:$990.00
-Permanent employment certification... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2021
The federal regulations that you can find at 20 C.F.R. § 656.12 specifically indicate that the employer MUST pay ALL of the costs associated with the PERM process. These costs that must be paid by the employer include the attorney’s fees and costs of advertising for the position. Hence you can... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2021
Once a foreign national is removed (deported) from the U.S. the possibility of returning to the U.S. depends on multiple factors including the reason for the removal, period of time after the removal, lawful status of family members, etc.
I recommend that you consult with an experienced... View More
asylum case refered to immig court but court date postponed an other unknown date
answered on Mar 27, 2021
If your case has been referred to court you now must present your asylum application, evidence and testimony before a judge who will issue a decision on the merits of the case.
The fact that your court appearance date has been postponed does not indicate that your case will be successful.... View More
answered on Mar 23, 2021
Whether you will have issues with your permanent resident status depends on the classification of your resident status.
You also did not post sufficient information.
You should consult with an experienced immigration attorney to obtain a complete analysis of your case.
I am leaving on May 4 and have to go. I passed Feb 24. My green card is expired. How do I travel?
answered on Mar 22, 2021
You should be administered the naturalization oath first and then proceed to obtain your U.S. passport before you travel abroad.
If your travel is an urgent matter you can request a U.S. federal judge to administer the oath. You will have to explain the urgency to travel abroad.... View More
I was born originally in Italy. I am 72, retired. I own 3 condos in Las Vegas and I pay real estate taxes. I am financially secure.
answered on Mar 21, 2021
Your undocumented status, your longevity in the U.S. , and ownership of real estate will not automatically lead to a lawful status.
Other factors will need to be examined to determine your options:
•Do you have U.S. citizen or resident relatives?
•Have you been the... View More
My younger brother as an international student was charged with misdemeanor and felony in 2015 in Philadelphia but left for Korea due to his medical conditions without finishing his hearings. Per my search, his cases had active warrany but now they are inactive. I'd like to hire a lawyer who... View More
answered on Mar 20, 2021
You and your brother will need to engage an experienced criminal law attorney in the jurisdiction where the charges were filed.
Good luck to you.
I just became a US citizen (naturalization). My child is under the age of 18. And, I understand she automatically became a US citizen as well. The question I have is as follows. I'd like to do a name change for my child. What is the legal advice on how to do that? Apply for a name change in... View More
answered on Mar 20, 2021
If your child has not obtained a lawful change of name prior to filing the FORM N-600 (or the U.S. passport application), the Certificate of Citizenship will reflect the name as stated in the lawful resident card. Hence, a petition must first be filed in civil court to obtain a decree authorizing... View More
My immigrant wife went to a green card interview and said I don't remember to a question, is this fraud?
answered on Mar 20, 2021
Fraud may be based on a misrepresentation of fact that was either intentional or negligent. You will need to assess your declaration with this definition in mind to determine if fraud did in fact occur.
I have bank statements to show that I left on the correct date, but I do not have the i94 form
answered on Mar 20, 2021
If you left by air, you can use the air fare ticket or boarding pass as secondary evidence that you departed the U.S.
If you left the U.S. by land, you can present other secondary evidence such as receipts, bank statements, credit card transactions, misc. applications, photos, etc.
answered on Mar 19, 2021
The following is one example where real estate is in jeopardy of confiscation:
A foreign national who has been deported can have real estate confiscated if the property has been used for illicit purposes involving controlled substances and the person has been charged and convicted for... View More
Is there a way to get her into the US and then apply for in the states and have her wait in the US during processing of her Green Card or are we stuck with processing through local US consulate? I read that tourist visas cannot be utilized for this purpose. Thank you
answered on Mar 19, 2021
If you wish for your mother to enter the U.S. with a non-immigrant visa and then apply for adjustment of status then she should be in possession of a “dual intent” visa such as the H-1b, L-1, etc.
The B-1/B-2 visitor visa is not a “dual intent” non- immigrant visa and entry into... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2021
Ud. nos puede llamar a nuestro bufete de abogados de lunes a viernes para discutir los detalles de su caso. El número telefónico es 713-527-9606. También puede enviar un correo electrónico a : avega@adanvega.com.
El abogado principal es Adan G.Vega que es reconocido por la barra de... View More
answered on Mar 12, 2021
An unexpired permanent resident card will allow you to enter the U.S.
However, almost all countries will not allow your entry with an expired passport. You should acquire a valid passport before you travel abroad.
Good luck to you.
Hello, I am a recent graduate on F1 status and I have applied for OPT (have not received EAD card yet) and I want to register for H1B this March. I know that my employer and I must register online on USCIS for the H1B Visa with the 10$ fee. Besides the registration part, is there anything else I... View More
answered on Mar 6, 2021
The prospective employer will have to register with USCIS as you have indicated in your posting. If the employer is selected by USCIS then the FORM I-129H must be filed by the employer with USCIS in APRIL 2021.
I highly recommend that the prospective employer engage an experienced... View More
Much more information is needed. How did you enter the U.S.? Illegaly
Are you married? If so, what is your spouse’s immigration status? Yes we are married,he is illegaly here and I have papers
Do you have a child born in the U.S.?yes we have a child
How old is your child? 3yrs old
answered on Mar 6, 2021
A domestic violence charge is a serious matter. A dismissal in a state criminal court can be interpreted as a “conviction” for immigration purposes.
I highly recommend that you visit with an experienced immigration attorney before you proceed to request any immigration benefits.
answered on Mar 2, 2021
Your B-1/B-2 non- immigrant visa has been cancelled by operation of law after you overstayed the authorized period that was granted by CBP at the U. S. port of entry. Hence you may not be allowed entry after your departure from the U.S. unless you obtain the B-1/B-2 visa at the U.S. consulate.
Hello, I am owner of company Inc in United States, but I am a citizen of Europe country Latvia. What type of VISA should I get to live and work in US and be able to bring my wife there too ? Thanks.
answered on Feb 25, 2021
As a citizen of Latvia you are eligible for the E-1 ( Treaty Trader) and the E-2 ( Treaty Investor) if certain requirements are fulfilled by your business enterprise in the U.S.
You should visit with an experienced and qualified immigration attorney who can assist you in formulating the... View More
While I understand that this act has not passed either the House or the Senate as of yet, and as such is not yet law, I do not understand the fundamental differences in the 6-year LPI status vs. the current specifications of the Green Card. To my understanding, both LPI status and a Green Card... View More
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