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They do have 2 adult children born here too. He has been the pastor for 24 years
answered on Dec 10, 2020
If the pastor entered the U.S. lawfully and if one of his adult U.S. children is at least 21 years, then the pastor can file for adjustment of status with USCIS.
answered on Dec 7, 2020
Certain relatives who are either U.S. citizens or residents can file the FORM I-130 on your behalf. You can not self petition.
The type of support documentation that is required to file the FORM I-130 depends on the type of petitioner. Who is your petitioner?
You can read the... View More
I’m trying to get my fiance in the US. She tried tourist visa so many times but keep getting denied. She still married to her Previous husband. She applied for Annulment waited for 2 years and still get denied. We don’t know what other options we can do. We been together for 6 years now. All I... View More
answered on Nov 28, 2020
The FORM I-129F can not be filed on behalf of your fiancée if she is legally married to another person.
A lawful marriage in the Philippines will be recognized in the U.S. Hence your fiancée must first divorce before you can file the FORM I-129F.
I am a current dependent of a u1 visa so I currently hold a U3 visa. I travelled abroad by myself and was wondering about re-entry into the U.S. My visa does state I am allowed to re-enter however it says that I would need to apply for a u-visa at an us embassy or obtain a waiver. I was wondering... View More
answered on Nov 22, 2020
You will need to apply for the U-3 at the U.S. consulate in your home country. You should contact the U.S. consulate near your home to obtain instructions as to the local procedures and timeline for visa issuance. You may be required to file a waiver depending on your immigration background /... View More
My son is filing a petition for change of status for me. Can my 18 year old daughter who came with me on visa waiver be filed at the same time?. If she waits for mine to get through she would’ve been out of status.
If not what’re the options open to her.
answered on Nov 20, 2020
If your son is a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years of age, he can file the FORM I-130 relative petition on your behalf. Depending on the date of your entry with the visa waiver (ESTA) , you may be able to proceed to file for adjustment of status with USCIS.
Your 18 year old daughter can... View More
answered on Oct 30, 2020
Your son can file the FORM I-130 with USCIS on your behalf ( as his parent) if he is a U.S. citizen and he is 21 years of age or older.
My name is Veljko, I am a 44 years old and HIV positive male originally from Serbia. I have been in a domestic partnership for four years with my fiance Sasha, since we don't have an option to legalize our relationship in our home country.
Back in 2004 I was persecuted for the first... View More
answered on Oct 27, 2020
If you are seeking protection in the U.S. because you have suffered persecution or you fear that you will suffer persecution due to: race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion you may seek political asylum in the U.S. after you have entered the U.S.... View More
how long does it take to obtain SSN ?
answered on Oct 16, 2020
You will be able to apply and obtain a social security number after you acquire a employment authorization document (EAD) from USCIS.
In your case, you can apply for the EAD if you have entered the U. S. lawfully and you submit the appropriate applications and petitions with USCIS to... View More
Had to travel outside US for 12+ years working in UK & India with various companies. Had done 2 re-entry permits initially but finally gave up as it was expensive travelling back in US for application & biometrics, each time. Now, I am back in US on L1 with my company for 1.5 years, on work... View More
answered on Oct 16, 2020
You seem to have spent an inordinate period of time abroad as a U.S. resident and you also seem to have abandoned your resident status for that reason. Moreover, you are now in a non- immigrant status which also seems to confirm that fact.
An experienced immigration attorney can provide... View More
answered on Oct 7, 2020
The notice that you have received indicates that the application or petition has been received for processing and will be adjudicated. You will receive a request for additional evidence, a notice of intent to deny, an approval, or a denial.
answered on Oct 3, 2020
You should obtain the police report that will provide all the details of the incident. That is the document that you will need to request “certification” of the incident from the police department. Once you have the “certification” you can then apply for the U visa.
A experienced... View More
answered on Oct 3, 2020
If you are a victim of “ deadly conduct” you may qualify for the U visa.
You did not post additional details and it is not possible to say whether you will be successful in obtaining the U visa.
I recommend that you visit with an experienced immigration attorney to assist you... View More
if I want to file i485 using my previous employer then what form is needed from them to file my i485 now ?
answered on Sep 30, 2020
You will need to contact the prior petitioning employer and ask if the job position stated in the FORM I-140 is still available to you and whether that prior employer is willing to re-hire you. You also must be willing to return to render the appropriate services with that prior employer. Once you... View More
Talking about the filing fees, because I do see there is an exception for the category C8 that the fee is not requested.
answered on Sep 30, 2020
USCIS is instructing the following:
You must also pay the filing fee of $410 and an $85 biometric services fee, for a total of $495, if you are filing with one of the following eligibility categories:
• (c)(8) Applicants with pending asylum applications requesting initial and renewal EADs;
If I process my E2 while I am in USA I know if I exit the country you will have to go to respective county USA embassy to get the visa again.will this rule apply for dependent as well or they can enter USA freely
answered on Sep 27, 2020
As a citizen of Sri Lanka you can apply for the E-2 visa with USCIS if you are in lawful status and you can fulfill all of the requirements for a qualified investment in the U.S.
With certain exceptions, if you depart the U.S. you must visit the U.S. consulate in your home country to apply... View More
MY PD became current in October Visa bulletin. I am planning to apply for I485.
I have h1 visa valid till Dec 12, 2020, but h1 petition is valid till 2023. I will go for visa stamping as I will be continuing my work in H1 until I get GC. Will applying i485 will impact my H1 stamping?... View More
answered on Sep 27, 2020
The H-1B visa is a “dual intent” visa that allows you to express an intent to immigrate without jeopardizing the issuance of the non- immigrant H-1B visa.
As to the EAD and the advance parole document, you can request those documents from USCIS at the time you apply for adjustment of... View More
It’s in California service center.
answered on Sep 27, 2020
You can check the official processing times in the USCIS website. Once the processing time has been reached you can call the USCIS 1-800 hotline for assistance. You can also contact the USCIS Ombudsman for assistance.
Good luck to you.
I am on H-1B visa with company X and have decided to join a non profit healthcare organization who will be transferring my H1-B visa along with extension. Will it impact if I decide to switch to any other company at later point in time post successfull transfer? What are chances that my Visa... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2020
Whether you can successfully “port” to another employer depends on multiple factors including the amount of time that you have been in H-1B status, if the job position is a specialty occupation, your background and qualifications, etc. The same factors will come into play when you decide to... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2020
The EB-5 program allows for an immigrant visa for foreign investors who are willing to put $1.8 million into a business in a nontargeted employment area or $900,000 into a targeted employment area. The qualified investment project must create at least 10 permanent full-time jobs for qualified U.S.... View More
Met online 3 years ago. Been dating over a year now. Never met. I want to get him here for the holidays with my family. 3 month visit.
answered on Sep 25, 2020
Your boyfriend will need to apply for a non-immigrant B-1/B-2 visa at the U.S. consulate in Nigeria.
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