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answered on Nov 13, 2024
Section 212(a)(9)(C)(i) of the INA refers to illegal reentry after removal and is considered a permanent bar. The law only allows you to file for a waiver after you can show you have been physically present outside the U.S. for at least 10 years from the date of departure and section... View More 
I applied for VENEZUELAN TPS & EAD in September & December 2022. I finally got them approved in May 2024. Both are set to expire on April 2, 2025. I want to know if I can extend them until September 2025.
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
Based on the current USCIS guidelines, you can file for TPS re-registration when DHS announces a new extension or redesignation for Venezuela. While your initial registration is valid until April 2025, any future extensions would depend on the Department of Homeland Security's decisions... View More
answered on Nov 11, 2024
The answer depends on what is the nature of the criminal offense. You and your fiancé(e) should consult with a competent and experienced immigration attorney who can evaluate your criminal history to determine whether any ground(s) of inadmissibility exist and, if so, whether that/those ground(s)... View More
My British husband is visiting me and our two year old daughter in the US, he is currently on a 90 day travel visa which expires on December 13th next month. Due to our daughter's age and my busy work schedule, we require his support and assistance. I would like to apply for his permanent... View More
answered on Nov 5, 2024
A US citizen can sponsor their spouse for a green card if they entered the country with permission, even if that spouse falls out of status. The issue in your case is did the spouse, who entered the country do so with preconceived intent. Did he conceal his intent to reside permanently upon his... View More
answered on Nov 11, 2024
You should consider scheduling a consultation with a competent and experienced immigration attorney. In addition to evaluating your daughter's criminal history for immigration purposes, a good immigration attorney will also want to know about your and your daughter's father's... View More
Should I file I-485 or I-539 to adjust his status? Appreciate your guidance.
answered on Nov 4, 2024
A US citizen can sponsor a foreign national who entered on a visitor visa for a green card. It is important to understand that if the husband entered with intent to permanently reside, that would be considered immigration fraud. However, if he entered with the intent only to visit, but then later... View More
Immigration Issue. I think USCIS possibly made an error. I had no idea I was a resident as of 12/31/19 until this year when I received my 10-year green card in the mail. It's causing an issue with my N400 application, which I already paid for because USCIS is going with 12/30/19 and I went... View More
answered on Oct 28, 2024
Schedule a consultation with an experienced immigration attorney who can evaluate your documents. If your documents are not conclusive, filing a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to retrieve a complete copy of your alien file from USCIS may be helpful. Many attorneys offer online video... View More
or having a parent, brother, spouse, or child over 21 with a permanent green card petition for the Cuban or an employer petitioning for the Cuban so long as they are in the uS 1 year and 1 day?
answered on Nov 11, 2024
Part of your question implies that you are asking about adjustment of status through the Cuban Adjustment Act. Notwithstanding a recent Board of Immigration Appeals case saying otherwise, there is ongoing federal litigation about whether issuance of an I-220A might constitute a grant of... View More
I need help navigating an appeal to an entry ban from Switzerland.
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answered on Oct 24, 2024
Finding the right legal assistance can make a significant difference in your case. Start by reaching out to the Swiss Bar Association, which maintains a directory of qualified lawyers experienced in immigration law. Their website allows you to search for professionals based on your specific needs... View More
I live in Florida, I have a family consist of 6 members my wife and I with daughters 19 y and 14y and sons 18 year 16y, I would like to sell my home and move outside the country for one year because I have work in my an original country .
my wife and son want not to move with me and I can... View More
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answered on Oct 13, 2024
Hello Fathi,
I'm sorry to hear about the challenges you're facing with your family situation. Moving abroad while ensuring your family's well-being is a significant decision that requires careful consideration. It's important to have open and honest conversations with... View More
Resist arrest w/out violence. I was deported after a 4 year sentence as a youth offender. I only have one cimt which is the delivery however I was still deported. I knew not of youth offender exception, and categorically delivery isn't a aggravated felony. How do I stand and make this right,... View More
answered on Oct 9, 2024
More information is needed. However, there is a sense of reckoning that must take place before any further action can be taken, if any.
There also seems like a misunderstanding of the definitions of a deportable offense and the enduring nature of the bars for what can be considered drug... View More
I’ve read that to combine income with a relative (i864a) they must be living at the same address but can’t find anywhere to say that if we use a relative as a joint sponsor (i864) they CAN live at same address. I just read that they don’t have to be living at the same address. Can we use i864... View More
answered on Sep 28, 2024
There is no requirement that the joint sponsor live at a different address
He out of nowhere shows up to my house unannounced all the time saying he wants to get back and he scares me. Im afraid divorcing him will impact my status. What options do i have since he will not leave me alone and its scaring me and stressing me since im afraid he might do it again
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answered on Sep 18, 2024
I'm really sorry to hear that you're going through this. Your safety is the top priority, and you don’t have to tolerate him showing up unannounced or making you feel unsafe. You can consider filing a restraining order to protect yourself from further harassment. If he's been... View More
I have been in the country since July 2022. I was diagnosed with cancer 5months ago. I am 24 yo.
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answered on Sep 17, 2024
You have options to explore for obtaining legal status in the U.S., especially given your medical condition. Since you are Cuban, you might qualify for adjustment of status under the Cuban Adjustment Act (CAA) after being in the U.S. for one year. The CAA provides a path to apply for a green card... View More
I submitted my J-2 EAD renewal application two months ago, but I haven't received an approval notice yet. Meanwhile, my husband's DS-2019 has been extended for an additional year. How can I notify USCIS about the updated DS-2019, so they can extend my new EAD card validity period accordingly?
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answered on Aug 29, 2024
To update USCIS with your husband's extended DS-2019 for your pending J-2 EAD renewal, you should send a copy of the new DS-2019 form along with a cover letter explaining the situation. In your cover letter, include your full name, date of birth, and your USCIS receipt number. Clearly state... View More
I currently have an H1B visa stamp that is valid until October 2025. I am getting married in November 2024 but I do have some international plans in March 2025 for a week and a half. Can I travel internationally with my H1B visa stamp? Do I need to file I-131 form? I’ve read online that H1B is... View More
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answered on Aug 29, 2024
You can generally travel internationally on an H1B visa while your I-130 and I-485 are pending. The H1B visa allows dual intent, meaning you can have immigration intent and still return to the U.S. without negatively affecting your applications. As long as your H1B visa is valid, you should be able... View More
Planning for 1 week travel to Mexico.
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answered on Aug 27, 2024
If you have a valid U.S. Advance Parole and a valid Employment Authorization Document (EAD), you might not need a visa to visit Mexico. Mexican immigration laws generally allow U.S. visa holders or those with a valid entry document to enter Mexico without an additional visa for short stays.... View More
I need to explore any other visa that allows me to stay in the country work and my spouse too. Can you help me? I'm brazilian, a sr business development representative.
Let me know,
tks
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answered on Aug 16, 2024
You have options to explore for staying in the U.S. after your L1B visa, but it depends on your situation and what makes sense for you. One possibility is an H1B visa, which could allow you to work for a different employer. Since your role is in business development, your new employer would need to... View More
And to revoke a rep power of attorney duties he is abusing it. Called abuse of power
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answered on Aug 15, 2024
To petition a motion to lift a verbal ban related to parenting, you will typically need several documents. In addition to the cover sheet, you should prepare the petition or motion document itself, clearly outlining the reasons for requesting the ban to be lifted. This document should include... View More
Just wanting to know if mom can bring her 9 year old on Visa and mother come on U4U without any problems at the security or when they get in US
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answered on Aug 1, 2024
In your situation, it is possible for the mother to enter the U.S. on the Uniting for Ukraine (U4U) program while her daughter enters on a visa, but there are important considerations. Ensure the visa for the daughter is valid and she meets all entry requirements. They must each have their... View More
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