Q: my 12 year old brother and my 11 year old sister are u.s citizens and are currently living in El Salvador with my mother
, I want to bring them here to the U.S with me but their passports are expired. What do I need in order for them to come back to the U.S and be enrolled in school. I'm currently 18 turning 19 on sept. 04 and my mother is giving me permission to do so since she has sole custody of them.
A:
First things first - they need renewed passports. Review the American Citizen Services page at the US Embassy - San Salvador website for requirements: http://sansalvador.usembassy.gov/service.html.
Whether or not mom can give you permission to assume custody would depend on if there is a current child custody order and, if so, what it says. You can always consult with a family law attorney - there are several throughout your area that practice both Virginia family law and immigration law. Good luck!
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