The Federal Government will take whatever action it deems appropriate, given its priorities, as a matter of prosecutorial discretion. You have the right to remain silent, anything that you say or do can be used against you in court, you have the right to representation from an attorney at any... View More

You do the best that you can based upon your best recollection. Estimates where nothing else is available is wise. Use a calendar; sometimes, that can help. Some prefer to work with experienced counsel to suggest ways to get more precise information to answer some questions on the forms.... View More

She has a final order of removal with the Department of Justice, so ICE has the responsibility to execute the order. However, this will depend on Agency discretion and policies.

This means that DHS, as a whole, must decide what to do. Her petition and case are pending with two different... View More

I'm inclined to agree to disagree without more information. You ought to reconsider whether to file for a K1 fiance visa, then hold off on the wedding. There are a lot of practical reasons to take a step back, besides the extreme delays in processing the I-130 petition, then the National... View More

I agree, but the issue may ultimately be whether there is enough documented proof that you entered the marriage in good faith based upon a relationship of love and mutual moral respect. We ought not assume that there is! This can take effort.

There are people who marry, then divorce, but... View More

This may not be an immigration question. Your H-1b visa is a temporary work visa. You are allowed to marry anyone you want. However, when you’re done with your H1B, you must leave the United States. This means that you ought to make plans for your spouse to move to your home country with you!... View More

More information is needed. However, there is a sense of reckoning that must take place before any further action can be taken, if any.

There also seems like a misunderstanding of the definitions of a deportable offense and the enduring nature of the bars for what can be considered drug... View More

You will likely need the information from her certificate. Can she photocopy it for you? If not, then you can have trouble proving that you are a derivative citizen. Once she is gone, if the certificate is lost, you have little to no proof that you derived citizenship. Also, you may remain... View More

I agree to some extent. Yet, there is the possibility that you unknowingly engaged in activities that could disqualify you from a visitor visa. One activity is living and working without authorization. Also, it is possible that you may now have immigrant intent for the purposes of a future visit.... View More

You can go to www.ice.gov to try to obtain the address for the Office of the Principal Legal Advisor. You can try to call and ask the Immigration Court in Miami for the information.

Representing yourself in an immigration matter is very risky. It is highly unlikely that you will get a... View More

No. You must file the I-751, with or without your husband. The fact that you allowed the two years to expire means that you can be placed in removal proceedings for failing to file the I-751.

Filing a self petition based upon divorce based upon irreconcilable differences may be the better... View More

You ought to also consult with your DSO before you make any decision. They also decide whether you violate the terms of your F1. Nevertheless, active self-employment may include researching companies that issue stock for your own personal financial gain.

That means that any remuneration... View More

More information is needed. A decision for advanced permission to re-apply is discretionary. It is also possible that you may also need a waiver, where you were ordered removed for an offense that makes you inadmissible. How are you going to be petitioned? Who, if anyone, will petition you?... View More

One of the worst ways to end an engagement is to indefinitely disqualify yourself for lawful immigration. Affirmatively lying to the US government is a problem.

The information provided by these two attorneys is consistent. However, getting into a mess as a result can prove heartbreaking.... View More

I agree, but filing for a reentry permit, requires you to be present in the United States. The processing time for a reentry permit can take a long time, perhaps, up to a year, maybe longer.

It is for this reason that you should consider all of your options, including shorter stays in... View More

There are limited mechanisms to handle these situations. The best remedy is to be a good guest. Obviously, things sometimes do not work out. However, you are entitled to file for an employment authorization card.

In addition, you should seek the assistance of a not for profit, community... View More

The U.S. has a visa quota system based upon the date of filing. This means that, even if approved, an applicant will have to wait many years before they can lawfully immigrate to the United States on a fourth preference visa.

The family based fourth preference category includes the sisters... View More

Health care providers should not ask for immigration status information, nor make such inquiries! Citing the NILC, below:

"Under federal law, hospitals with emergency rooms must screen and treat people who need emergency medical services regardless of whether they have insurance, how... View More

No, a practicing polygamist is disqualified from seeking an immigrant visa. See 8 USC §1182(a)(10)(A).

Also, practicing polygamy is a crime. Therefore, a practicing polygamist and their spouses are also barred from admission in any non-immigrant visa status. That is, if it seems likely... View More

Again, you are obligated to truthfully answer the questions. It can be a misrepresentation of material fact to leave out any social media usernames. Your actions are being reviewed for a multitude of reasons.

You are under oath when you complete the form and to intentionally omit (leave... View More