Q: Can I go back to the U.S. ? I was brought when I was 3 and deported at age 18. 10 yr ban already passed.
I was brought to the U.S. when I was 3 years old on political asylum. We got a voluntary deportation order and never left. After 15 years we got deported. I never got to see a case officer nor did I attend a hearing to appeal. I simply got sent back without seeing a judge. The 10 year ban has already passed and I would like to apply for a visa to return. I grew up in the U.S. and never committed a crime. I'd like to know what my options are.
A: It is possible, but without knowing the specifics of your case it is hard to say for certain. The bigger issue is going to be to convince a consular official that your stay will only be temporary.
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