Classes that the court ordered him to do. A lawyer told him he will never be able to fix papers. About 4 years ago someone tried to rob my husband and cut him with a knife he had to go to the hospital and a police report was made. Can he apply for a VISA U after 4 years since the incident and with... Read more »
I strongly recommend an appointment with a competent and experienced immigration attorney. It can take a while to explain, to a skeptical person, all of the issues to that client’s satisfaction.
The issues can depend upon the words in the criminal law violated in tandem with Federal... Read more »
All my family is in USA. My sister is citizen and my mother got her green card recently. I would like to stay in USA, since all my family is here. I’m an F1 student and I’m applying for my opt in about 3 months.
If you are over 21 years old, you may need another dual intent visa to allow you to maintain status. There are also other challenges, when you are in the U.S. on a non-immigrant F1 visa or try to return. You may have other options.
As a result, I strongly recommend an appointment or... Read more »
I'm currently in the US on an O1B visa as a performing musician, and my status is expiring this year, so I'm going for another O1B petition to get three more years. My previous petitioner had a production company through which we filed the petition. And in the petition, his company was established... Read more »
A less credible and poorly established petition can be challenged by the USCIS. It may appear dubious. Extensions have been denied, which can have an impact upon someone who also depends upon the ESTA visa waiver program. If you are pretty much done with the work, consider working abroad, again.... Read more »
Basically when I was 6 months old my parents brought me to the United States and overstayed their VISAS. Nobody in my direct family is a legal citizen, and I am at a loss for answers. I’m currently going to a CTA highschool and I want to go to university and college, but I have no idea how to go... Read more »
The question requires legal advice that can take time and should be limited to an appointment, perhaps, a legal opinion.
As a result, I strongly recommend an appointment or teleconference with a competent and experienced immigration attorney, who will take the time to carefully explain what... Read more »
1.in this condition how the matter will be solved and make us more powerful as per state law.
2. In original LLC we had equal rights as a members. But the ist party change the SOI declaring himself as owner of the company without informing us.
How can we protect our rights and what... Read more »
This does not appear to be an immigration question. Please elaborate?
I was employed for over 15 years at the same job which i resigned in January 29,2019 to take care of a family member who got cancer which right now is in remission thanks to God! Now i am planning on going back to work. Can you tell me if i can apply for his visa and if theres a chance it will get... Read more »
I agree with Mr. Black, but immigration law is complicated. There are many reasons for the USCIS or State Department to deny or revoke a marriage based visa.
As a result, I strongly recommend an appointment with a competent and experienced immigration attorney before there are any other... Read more »
I’m an international student and my husband is a green card holder, he is scheduled to be deployed in March and is wanting to file for a spousal green card. We’ve been married 8months now, however I’m still in status as I’m enrolled. How do we go about it? The uscis website says we should... Read more »
It will depend upon where you live and how organized both USCIS and the filing is. The F2A category is current, which means that you may be able to adjust status sooner than normal. This will require a significant effort to get the matter expedited. If not, this can create complications.... Read more »
Need to know 2018 i have been arrested by police in 2 hearing my case was dismissed my record is still on website i can see it cant sponge because it need 5 years more im married now i keep this situation secret from anyone now im filling immigration form to be immigrant as 5 .5 years already... Read more »
You commit perjury which is a Federal crime if you knowingly withhold a fact when requested. You also disqualify yourself, because hiding an arrest is a material misrepresentation according to the USCIS. This can result in denial and an actual reason to disqualify you. Your fears are more of a... Read more »
In order to immigrate to Israel, I need legal evidence from the court or department of vital statistics affirming that my father is indeed my biological father. Both my parents are deceased. I have collected extensive evidence thus far, including my father's will which names me explicitly as his... Read more »
You may have to be content with life in the United States unless there is a Zionist organization with an interest in supporting your cause. Immigration is considered a civil right. An Israeli immigration attorney may be able to consider the next steps, but you income will likely create challenges... Read more »
My K1 fiance visa was denied under section 221g and was sent back to NVC for further administrative process, i was also having C1D visa for 5 years from November 2006 till October 2011, which was cancelled saying that if i have applied for immigrant visa i cannot have non-immigrant visa at same... Read more »
Why was the fiancé visa denied? Find out! Immigrant intent is not an issue unless you have no desire to marry the person who applied for you.
In general, all foreigners are presumed to have immigrant intent upon applying for any non-immigrant visa until they rebut the presumption to the... Read more »
friends say we are wasting our time and if we get married louisiana will not approve our marriage licsense. they say we will have to get married in texas. we have all documents required and translated into english as required. is this true? if so what can do?
If your husband is lawfully present in the U.S., then he should be allowed to marry you. Ignore your friends. Check with Parish Officials and the internet for the required documentation. If you are confused, schedule an appointment with a competent and experienced immigration attorney before... Read more »
we have 90 days. we have all documents
If you petitioned your fiancé, he was admitted into the U.S., and you marry each other within 90 days, then he can file for adjustment of status. You will need to make sure that you present all required and needed documents and forms, as well. If you are confused, or more evidence is required,... Read more »
For example, according to USCIS, Anyone is allowed to give you limited help such as read you the form, translate information, write down information that you provide to complete the form, and help gather documents such as birth certificates necessary for the application. I fully understand this... Read more »
The USCIS warns people to seek accredited representatives and those who are licensed to practice law. Otherwise, people have been known to get into trouble.
When someone advises and instructs you on how to do a legal process, such as selecting the proper forms and helping you answer the... Read more »
My husband is currently doing his Optional Practical Training and it will be finished this June. If we submit our marriage green card application before June, would he be able to stay in the US during the adjustment of status?
If he processes outside the U. S., then it can take over a year. If possible, and you are married, you should petition him and he should adjust status in the U.S.
In addition, not all applicants can process in the U. S., nor even become lawful permanent residents. As a result, I strongly... Read more »
My husband is currently on an OPT and I am a natural born citizen. His OPT is expiring in June and we are trying to figure out what our options are after it expires. We were just married in December and are curious if there is a difference in the waiting time for a marriage green card if he has to... Read more »
If he processes outside the U. S., then it can take over a year. If possible, and you are married, you should petition him and he should adjust status in the U.S.
In addition, not all applicants can process in the U. S., nor even become lawful permanent residents. As a result, I strongly... Read more »
I haven't heard any about case since July 2019...I have since relocated and changed my address and was told my case is at my current local office. It is Frustrating...Feb 2018 Filer.
How strong is the evidence presented for your self petition? Did you submit enough evidence to support all of the elements of a claim? There may be complications about to emerge. The delay may be the result of a pending investigation.
It also depends upon whether you qualify for... Read more »
Hi, Ive had this question for a long time. My mother is a Mexican immigrant . She came here over 20 years ago and had me. My father is legal but they didnt work out. My mom has been dating someone else for the longest time now, around 6 years and Im curious to know if she can get married, if she... Read more »
As you can read, the process is a bit more complicated than just marriage. In fact, some may be eventually found disqualified, even if married in good faith to a U. S. citizen.
As a result, I strongly recommend an appointment or teleconference with a competent and experienced immigration... Read more »
It depends upon what must be done and the time involved. It’s unclear whether all that you need is an appointment which is not going to cost that much.
If you know that violated the law when you entered or or overstayed, then this challenge should have been planned for at that time. You... Read more »
It’s my boyfriend, he has kids here that needs him here, and his life is gonna be on risk in Mexico his Court day is on Jan 29
He will need an attorney as soon as possible. I strongly recommend a teleconference with a competent and experienced immigration attorney before there are any other complications.
I've been deported. However, my undocumented ex-girlfirend and undocumented 3-year old child remain in the US. She refuses for me to have any communication with her and is now in a situation where her current boyfriend's ex-wife is threatening to hurt my daughter. His ex-wife is upset that my... Read more »
Your decision not to marry her complicates matters. If you are on the birth certificate, you will need to assert your right to joint custody at a minimum. In doing so, you may be required to help support your son. You can be forced to prove that he is, in fact, your son. This is really more of... Read more »
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