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I am legal permanent resident of USA since December 2016 and my status is single now. Actually I was married before I came here and I have a son of 7yrs. Now my question to you is that would there be any problem of my status if they found that I was married before admitted to the USA when filling... View More 
answered on Sep 15, 2017
Yes, it could become an issue. I have represented people with similar issues. We were honest from that point forward and explained what happened. The government can be forgiving if you have a good reason, but forgiveness cannot be guaranteed.
Now the lawyers tell me that since we lied to immigration its going to be difficult. It was the lawyer that made the mistake but i signed the paperwork. We are going on 15 years married and have 3 kids. Can someone please help me? Cell 832 563 7603.
answered on Sep 15, 2017
You should write a letter telling the government what happened and that you want to withdraw the waiver application. Then you can file a second application with the correct information.
He left before he was forcibly removed.
answered on Sep 15, 2017
Did he leave pursuant to an order of voluntary departure or did he just leave before he was forcibly removed?
I am a U.S. born citizen and my spouse is a Canadian born citizen.
We plan to fly into the U.S. together, securing my spouse her i-94 form that shows she entered legally.
We have made several trips in the past, visiting each other’s countries without any problems on round-trip... View More
answered on Sep 15, 2017
She has to have the intent to visit at the time of entry. If her intent changes later after her admission, then the USCIS will accept an application to adjust her status to Lawful Permanent Resident. She can also apply for work and travel permits while her adjustment application is pending.
Married 5 years ago in Mexico
Have two children with CNBRA
My husband has a valid b2 visa
answered on Sep 15, 2017
I am assuming that you are a U.S. citizen. If so, then you can go ahead and file for him now. Since he entered with inspection, he can change his status to that of a lawful permanent resident while in the U.S. While the case is pending, he can get work and travel authorization.
Hi, I entered the US in 2007 and overstayed my J1 visa. Today I'm dating someone I've met during the period I worked legally so it has been 10 years we met, but didn't start dating till a couple years ago and now we are thinking about getting married so I can apply for a Green Card.... View More
answered on Sep 15, 2017
You must have a true and valid marriage, it cannot be entered into for the sole purpose of obtaining lawful permanent residence. You also need to determine if your J-1 was subject to section 212(e), the 2-year foreign residence requirement. If so, you must first obtain a J-1 waiver. If not, then... View More
I was paroled to the USA back in 2014 when I went to Mexico. I just got married. No criminal record, and my marriage was done in good faith. If I can adjust my status, how long will this process take? Would I have to go back to Mexico? If my EAD from DACA expires, can I apply for another one with... View More
answered on Sep 15, 2017
Since you entered on advance parole, you are not eligible to adjust your status to permanent resident through your U.S. citizen spouse. You will be able to apply for a new EAD through your adjustment application. The length of the process varies by your location, but on average you are looking at... View More
She's married to a green card husband with a misdemeanor and has 2 children over 21 who were born in America. She came to America using the 1034 form as a tourist.
answered on Sep 15, 2017
It would probably be better if she waits until her husband becomes a citizen. If she does this, then the overstay will be forgiven and she can adjustment her status to permanent resident while staying in the U.S.
I am a us citizen and my wife is here in usa
answered on Sep 14, 2017
Go ahead and file the I-485 with a copy of the I-130 receipt notice. Include a letter asking the USCIS to match it with the I-130.
My fiance and I are getting married in May 2018. He's a US Citizen and I'm a UK Citizen. Option 1) If we get married and I come back home and continue to work how long will the immigration process take? Option 2) After the wedding we start the immigration process right away and how long... View More
answered on Sep 14, 2017
The immigration process cannot begin until you are married. An adjustment of status from within the US takes about 6 to 8 months on average. Consular Processing usually takes a minimum of one year.
USA with my permanent residence. Can you please help me with my case?
answered on Sep 14, 2017
It sounds like you may have triggered the 10 year bar to reentry. If that is the only ground of inadmissibilty that you have, an immigrant waiver may be available if you are married to a US citizen or permanent resident. This is an extreme hardship waiver and I would encourage you to consult with... View More
and btw he has bit of a criminal history unfortunately.
answered on Sep 14, 2017
He just needs a government issued ID, such as a passport to get married. If you are a US citizen and want to sponsor him for residence, he will probably need waivers and may have to Consular Process. I encourage you to schedule a consultation with a competent attorney.
answered on Sep 14, 2017
Probably yes. Take a look at the Child Citizenship Act to see if he qualifies. If he does, then you will need to either apply for a US passport for him or a Certificate of Citizenship (N-600).
I'm not special skilled worker, but I do handle many aspects of the business administration.
answered on Sep 14, 2017
If you qualify as an executive or high level manager, you might be able to obtain an L-1A visa. If you have the equivalent of a US bachelor's degree, you might be able to apply for an H-1B next April.
answered on Sep 14, 2017
If you have been married for less than two years at the time of approval, you will be given conditional residence for two years. How long it takes to get this depends upon the timing at your local office, but on average it takes about six to eight months. In the interim, you can apply for work... View More
We have been married for 7 years and have 2 kids
answered on Sep 14, 2017
You have to prove that you are in a bona fide marriage relationship, so if you are planning on divorcing it will probably not work. That is especially true if you are in the process of divorce while your adjustment of status petition is pending. If there is a chance that you can reconcile, then... View More
I am a US born citizen looking to immigrate my Canadian born spouse to the US.
The USCIS website says we can file an i-130 form, Petition for Alien Relative and begin the immigration while she is in the US.
The only stipulation is that she has to enter the US legally. Entering... View More
answered on Sep 14, 2017
Canadians are visa free and are not always issued an I-94. If an I-94 is issued, then you can use that to adjust her status from visitor to lawful permanent residence. If an I-94 is not issued, then she can use an Affidavit to prove her lawful inspection and admission. You will need to file the... View More
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