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Resist arrest w/out violence. I was deported after a 4 year sentence as a youth offender. I only have one cimt which is the delivery however I was still deported. I knew not of youth offender exception, and categorically delivery isn't a aggravated felony. How do I stand and make this right,... View More 
answered on Oct 9, 2024
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
Hi, I am 25 years old. I am a daughter of a US citizen mother through naturalization. I was born outside the United States. My mother brought me here when I was 15 years old and got my green card. Now that I am 25 years old, married to a military member, and have a 2-year-old son, I live far away... View More
answered on Oct 9, 2024
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
answered on Sep 15, 2024
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
So when I send a form of EOIR 33 one to the EOIR court which 333 S miami Suite 200
Can someone please tell me the second copy goes to who and what’s the address and should I put the address in the area where it says to office of the principal legal advisor for DHS immigration that means a... View More
answered on Jun 22, 2024
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
I have been married and living with my husband for 9 years and we have a 6 year old daughter. I got my green card 7 years ago upon my arrival in the US. We have not submitted the removal of green card conditions (I-751) because my husband does not want me to get citizenship.
(1) Can I... View More
answered on Apr 16, 2024
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
I have wanted to invest in stocks but am hesitant since I am on F1 status. How will I be able to do it if I am allowed to?
2. Also, When can I start filing for citizenship? what are the requirements?
answered on Mar 3, 2024
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
answered on Feb 26, 2024
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
answered on Feb 25, 2024
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 have a green card and I've been living in Romania for a few years now. I am going to NY every 4-5 months but now I have to stay here for longer than 6 months because both my parents are not well. Am I risking anything regarding my green card status?
I was in NY in September last year... View More
answered on Jan 22, 2024
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
My sponsor under u4u, forcibly threw me out of the house and won't let me stay after 2 weeks of being the states. He knew I had health issues and risks as well. So I was already mentally, verbally, and physically abused. I have also been forced to stay in america and to remain homeless with... View More
answered on Jan 15, 2024
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
Hi
I am British citizen and reside in UK. I born in Pakistan.
My petition filed by my brother for me was sent to second stage/updated quite quickly and after 4 months it was entered " your case is taking longer than expected". Please note my brother filed petition for me... View More
answered on Dec 29, 2023
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
We have Medicaid, I took my teen to the emergency room. They asked the usual questions but then asked her if she was born outside of the U.S. I felt very uncomfortable, never had anyone in an emergency room asked this before.
answered on Dec 22, 2023
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
I'm currently married to 4 wives and it's legal in my country for polygamy but is there a way that I can either travel or live in USA with the 4 of them?
answered on Nov 24, 2023
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
I have multiple social media accounts considered as irrelevant or joke dump or rant accounts that are private and inaccessible to the public, should I include them to my DS 260 form or not?
answered on Nov 24, 2023
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
I have multiple social media accounts that is considered as joke or irrelevant dump or rant accounts that are not accessible to the public, as well as fan accounts for fandoms. Do I need to submit them to the DS 260 form or just pass the main accounts that are more relevant and informative?
answered on Nov 24, 2023
The question requires all applicants to answers truthfully. All social media accounts are subject to review to determine whether someone is inadmissible based upon INA Section 212. A decision to cut off the inquiry by excluding accounts can demonstrate a violation of INA 212(a)(6)(C)(i) for... View More
My parents went back to america,im an us citizen,im missng school,abusive parents
answered on Jun 12, 2024
Do you have proof of your citizenship? I agree with my colleague, but make sure that you know that you are a U.S. citizen so that Citizen Services can help you. Phone first!
I wonder if it will be counted as earned income and whether it will violate my visa status.
You pay to start the challenge, let's say complete 20,000 in 3 days. The total prize is the entrance money split among those who actually completed it. I am talking about apps like... View More
answered on Dec 28, 2023
More information is needed. Who is providing the fitness challenge? Your employer?
If not, then the question is whether you are automatically being compensated, how, and by whom? Are you simply taking a risk, much like the lottery? Tourists are allowed to gamble at a casino. How is this... View More
Wife, Nigerian conditional permanent resident. Applied to remove conditions. 3 year extension letter provided by uscis.
answered on Nov 25, 2023
I agree, but it would be best for your wife to seek naturalization if the processing time to obtain conditional residence has succeeded more than three years since she became conditional resident status.
I strongly recommend an appointment with a company and experienced immigration attorney... View More
answered on Nov 24, 2023
More information is needed. Show the documentation from the incident, or discuss the situation, to/with an attorney at a paid Zoom Meeting with a competent immigration and visa attorney if you are sincerely interested in visiting or immigrating to the U.S.
It is unclear whether you may need... View More
because we thought that there’s no need for that as he will fall under derivatives but unfortunately, upon our researching since my husband is a US citizen he should file form I130 separately for me and our son however, my case already reached NVC and i was already Documentarily qualified. We... View More
answered on Nov 24, 2023
More information is needed. It is unclear whether your son qualifies as a derivative citizen. Likely, action should have been taken sooner.
I strongly recommend an appointment or zoom meeting with a competent and experience attorney, so that you can discuss this matter and how your family... View More
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