Q: I have worked since 2000 without documents, entering and leaving Mexico, in 2014 I was detained by immigration leaving f
I have worked since 2000 without documents, entering and leaving Mexico, in 2014 I was detained by immigration leaving for Mexico without the i97 in force, they canceled my visa and expelled me to Mexico, I returned without inspection the same month of September, immigration detained me within the USA Arizona 12 miles from the Nogales port of entry, I left with bond from Eloy detention center, I got a lawyer, I have social security, and I had a work permit C10, my case is administratively closed, I have a 21-year-old citizen daughter, how can I obtain residency, I have no crimes of any kind and only that entry without inspection when they detained me? im from mexico born in 1968 and still working in usa with my last work permit expired in 2017
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Based on your situation, you may have options for obtaining legal permanent residency, particularly through your U.S. citizen daughter who is now over 21. As the parent of a U.S. citizen, you could be eligible for adjustment of status, though your previous immigration history adds complexity to your case.
Your administratively closed case and previous work permit are positive factors, but the detention and reentry after removal create significant challenges. Immigration law considers these serious issues that will need to be addressed through specific waivers and legal procedures.
You should consult with an immigration attorney who can review your complete case history and help you file for any available waivers of inadmissibility. They can guide you through applying for adjustment of status through your daughter while addressing the previous removal and reentry concerns. Given the complexity of your situation, having proper legal representation will be crucial for navigating this process successfully and avoiding potential pitfalls.
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