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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for New York on
Q: Being an LPR overstaying abroad, I have won a green card lottery. Can I use it to "forgive" the absence?

I have won a green card lottery. After receiving a green card, I went back to home country to take care of a sick relative and had to stay there for over 1 year. Realising, that my GC has become technically invalid, I've participated in GC lottery and won again.

Is it possible to reset... View More

Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on May 17, 2024

Assuming your LPR status is considered abandoned you may now apply for LPR status as a winner of the lottery. To be granted LPR status you must meet all requirements for LPR Status.

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Michigan on
Q: What can I do I think my husband did a fraud marriage with me just so he can get a visa
Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 26, 2021

You can divorce him if you choose. Send a letter to the USCIS telling them of your concerns and the status of your marriage. You are under no obligation to continue assisting him with his immigration. USCIS will put your letter in the file.. When he applies for any future immigration benefit the... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for New York on
Q: Hi. Is it a must that immigration officer has to provide Form N-652 after n400 interview regardless of outcome?

I had an interview in NY office and my brain just frozen due to unexpected questions about my past marriage (through which I got green card), as that marriage was wreck, it took me 5 years to finally forget it and I couldn't answer simple questions to which I should have an answer. I passed... View More

Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 25, 2021

Sounds like this is a good time to get an experienced immigration attorney. The scenario you have presented indicates that you may be charged with marriage fraud. If this occurs your naturalization will be denied and you may be referred to the immigration court for removal proceedings. You will be... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Colorado on
Q: My husband is trying to marry in India we are married he got a visa because we are married what can I do
Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 25, 2021

If in fact he marries, the marriage is void from its onset. You can divorce him and notify the USCIS of the situation by sending a letter. It is very unlikely the USCIS will take any action against him until he has an interview for an immigration benefit. The letter will be placed in a file and... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Washington on
Q: Hello, How to apply for a marriage green card? I have no idea where to start and how to fill out forms. Thank you.

I'm an asylum status in the united states, and I have an individual hearing in the immigration court on Sep 12. 2023. However, my boyfriend and I have decided to get married. I'm wondering how can I transfer my case to a marriage green card and how can I start? I really need help since we... View More

Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 24, 2021

If you have an asylum case pending in the immigration court and you marry a USC while the case remains pending, you can withdraw the asylum petition. I suggest you keep the case open until you know that the marriage adjustment is going to work out, The process is detailed. I suggest you consult... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Michigan on
Q: What can I do if my husband is trying to get engaged and married in his country
Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 24, 2021

Not sure if this is an immigration question. There is nothing you can do at this point to stop him. Specially if this behavior is in a country were it is legal to have more than one wife. If he were to marry a second wife, according to US law that marriage is invalid from its beginning.

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4 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Virginia on
Q: Does driving for Uber Eats income qualify you to sponsor a spouse to the U.S.A (Affidavit Of Support)?

I am currently driving for Uber Eats and trying to make enough money for Affidavit Of Support to bring my wife to the USA, I wanted to know if that income qualifies me to do so?

And also another question, does showing one month of income is enough for Affidavit Of Support?

If no,... View More

Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 22, 2021

The employment is acceptable. You will need to meet the required income amount found at USCIS.gov/I-864p.

Generally the amount on your most recent Federal Income Tax Return is your most recent income. Also three to six monthly income statements or paystubs.

One month paystub will...
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4 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI and Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: I was pulled over and charged for DUI and reckless driving for the first time no accident no injury, why both charge ?

I blew 0.10 on the road side and the officer told me to do not blew at the police station, then I didn’t blew, today I got my license suspended for 270 days. The saddest thing is my asylum case is pending and my final hearing is in couple of months. Please I’ll like to know if this will affect... View More

Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 21, 2021

A single DUI will need to be addressed in your hearing and you will need to provide the court with complete certified copy of the case from the arrest/police report to the final disposition. If you are still on probation when your individual hearing is scheduled the court is not likely to conduct... View More

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4 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Texas on
Q: I'm a citizen.Can I petition for my child while I didn't declare her when immigrating and when filling citizenship form?
Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 19, 2021

You can. If you not mentioning the child previously is a material misrepresentation it could trigger questions related to your status.

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3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Michigan on
Q: Illegal re entry. Can we try, and get a bond, under the agreement, of wearing a tether?

He’s being charged with, illegal te entry. He had a bond hearing today. The judge told him, he’d be willing to give him a bond. Problem is, ICE would pick him up, and take him to another facility. What if, we tried again, but with agreement to wear a tether? Would that still cause, ICE to want... View More

Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 16, 2021

Based on the information you have provided, you are requesting bond for a federal charge and there is an immigration hold. This being the case; if granted bond by the judge the inmate is transferred to ICE custody based on the immigration hold. The inmate is not likely to be granted bond by ICE or... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for New York on
Q: I been in the US green card legally for over 30 years I finally apply for citizenship over a year a go I applied for

Citizenship about a year and a half ago since I was arrested in nj, they need it to a document called notice of disposition from the municipal court of Jersey City this was during peak Covid time six months ago I now live in Suffolk LI I am disabled and on disability and could not go in person so... View More

Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 15, 2021

As a response to the notice of intent to deny, advise the USCIS that you did not receive the RFE and request it be resent to you. If you moved and did not change your address it will be considered your fault and you may be required to refile.

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3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Florida on
Q: Question about travel with a Green Card based on marriage and previous asylum (beneficiary) case.

I recently got a conditional green card based on marriage (been married to a US citizen less than 2 years). Before this, I was a beneficiary in my ex-husband’s asylum application, he was the primary applicant.

If I want to travel to my home country, will I have problems in the airport... View More

Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 18, 2021

Whether the advisory not to travel applies to you as a beneficiary depends on the facts of the claim.

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3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Immigration Law on
Q: Case of ShopLifting in UK Store and Security guard called Police

I had faced bad experience recently and got store ban. Security guard was rude and not giving chance to pay the item and called police.

Police has taken the details like name, dob and address and ask me to leave the store and informed me as follows.

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Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 14, 2021

It does not sound like you were charged with any criminal violation so you may answer no if asked if you were ever arrested. If not asked you do not need to provide information. If asked you should answer truthfully.

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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Texas on
Q: my case is taken so long???

judge order my removal, on June 2019, I appeal the decision to the BIA , the BIA ask for alien brief dec 2020, it’s November 2021 and I still here nothing , how long till I hear a decision? It’s been more than two years...

Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 13, 2021

An appeal can take a long time. You can check on the general status by contacting the BIA by email.

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law on
Q: My k1 visa was approved but it shows administrative processing on ceac. Is that normal?
Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 13, 2021

No this is not normal. More information is needed to determine the problem.

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Washington on
Q: How long is the 1-130 approval valid for before submitting the DS 160? Does it expire?

Due to a lot of delays, it takes a while before I get to complete all the requirements needed for submission.

Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 13, 2021

The processing will be cancelled if you do not file anything with the NVC within one year. It can be reopened after one year.

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2 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Immigration Law and Tax Law for Washington on
Q: Hi. I would like to open an LLC with two other partners in WA state. None of us is a US resident. Can we do it?

All of us partners live abroad, not in the US and none of us has green card or citizenship. What do we need to register and start the business and what tax policies are we facing in WA state as non residents?

Thanks for any help!

Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 13, 2021

There are a few business visas you may qualify for. It sounds like investor visa's may be the avenue best suited for you. An investor visa requires a substantial investment provided you are from a treaty country . It would be wise to make your first investment into the retaining of an... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Texas on
Q: Subject: 1. Can I apply for AOS while in USA on valid B1 visa with a pending I130

Subject:

1. Can I apply for AOS while in USA on valid B1 visa with a pending I130 (that was submitted when i was outside usa)

2. Complete attorney fee to process my case.

*Current visa status: B1 valid ( no over stay)

*No criminal background

*Already applied... View More

Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 12, 2021

You may adjust status through your LPR wife ONLY if you maintain a lawful status while you are in the USA. However, if your wife becomes a USC you may adjust through her in the USA even if you overstay.

Be vary careful to comply with the terms of your visitor visa. You can not do a...
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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law, Civil Rights and International Law for California on
Q: If you help someone from another country come to the U.S., are you responsible for them in a monetary way?

For example, if you sign a visa for them to come visit, or if they want to live here and not just visit, is there a way to help them, and if you do, are you responsible in any way for them for life?

Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 12, 2021

If you have completed a financial affidavit on behalf of the alien you are responsible for that person to a limited extent.: USCIS.gov/I-864 and USCIS.gov/I-134 is where you can find the forms and an explanation of your responsibility if you sponsor someone.

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4 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Florida on
Q: Documents are being processed for immigrant visa. I have a U.S tourist visa. Can I travel to the U.S with no problem?
Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on Nov 12, 2021

You may not be admitted on your non immigrant visa because you have show immigrant intent.

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