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Q: I need the correct Canadian legal code from US legal codes, and questions about the IMM 1444 checklist

My husband is traveling in August through Canada for the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge. He got a DUI about 15 years ago and we are concerned that he will be stopped at the border and denied access to drive to Alaska. I want to make sure the legal codes that I researched on his record are correct... View More

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answered on Jun 8, 2024

I understand your concerns about your husband's ability to travel through Canada given his DUI conviction from around 15 years ago. Canada has strict rules regarding admissibility for foreign nationals with criminal records, including impaired driving convictions. Here is some information that... View More

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Q: Travel and return with historical 3 DUIs?

I had three DUIs in 2015, 2016, and 2021. I paid for everything, served one month in jail, and also completed all the tasks given by the court order. I'll finish my probation this coming October. Can I go to Vietnam and then return to the US without getting deported or having my green card... View More

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answered on May 11, 2024

Having a history of DUIs should not directly impact your ability to travel to Vietnam and return to the United States, as long as you have a valid green card and have completed all court-ordered requirements related to your DUIs. However, there are a few considerations to keep in mind:

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Q: Does a DUI arrest automatically revoke a L1B visa? If so, am I still allowed to work in the US?

if a L1B work visa holder got arrested for a DUI but have not received any revocation letter yet, should one assume that the visa is revoked? Also, if it is revoked is the person still allowed to work for the legal status time at least or is it illegal for the person to still go to the company?... View More

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answered on Apr 23, 2024

A DUI arrest does not automatically revoke an L1B visa, but a conviction can lead to the visa being revoked and impact your ability to work in the U.S. Here are a few key points:

1. Arrest vs. Conviction: An arrest alone does not necessarily lead to visa revocation. However, if the arrest...
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Q: can a girl have a gun for safety without having citizenship or is there any legal way we can carry a weapon for safety

i want to know if iam really scared but alone can i carry a gun in us or any type of weapon just for safety in case anything happens and i would like to know all details if there is a legal way we can keep weapons or like if there some agreement we have to sign with the goverment for having a... View More

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answered on Mar 31, 2024

In the United States, gun ownership and carrying for self-defense or any other purpose are heavily regulated and differ based on federal and state laws, as well as the individual's status in the country. Generally, the right to own a firearm is not extended to non-citizens, especially those on... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law and Legal Malpractice for Iowa on
Q: If I was misinformed regarding my case from my previous lawyer is it possible to submit a new petition?

We had submitted a petition for adjustment of status through my adult child. During the processes I was approved for a work authorization card, but when it came to apply to renew my lawyer had said I could not do that until we heard the result of the interview with the DHS, and so it appears that... View More

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answered on Mar 5, 2024

From what you said, it seems that you may have received inadequate or incomplete guidance from your previous lawyer. In such situations, it is possible to seek a second opinion from another immigration attorney and explore your options for submitting a new petition or rectifying the issues with... View More

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Q: Is hard to get a visa for people from England?

My friend goes to school here on scholarship and they were wondering if it’s a long process and how they can stay in America legally. Also my apologies for the mistype in the question I didn’t catch it until I hit submit.

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answered on Jan 26, 2024

No, it is generally not difficult for citizens of England and the United Kingdom to obtain visas to legally stay in the United States, whether as a student or otherwise. Some key points:

- The UK is part of the Visa Waiver Program, so British citizens can enter and stay in the US for...
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Q: If he will be returning home after, can my fiancè get married on an ESTA or does he need a separate visa?

This might be a dumb question, but I cannot find the answer. Can my British fiancè come to the US on an ESTA to get married with the intention of returning home to the UK? I am a US citizen and we've plenty of evidence that he'll be returning home. We plan for me to join him when all is... View More

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on May 26, 2023

If a British citizen enters the United States on an ESTA visa waiver, with the intention of temporarily staying here, but thereafter decides to get married and remain permanently , (because he changed his mind), then, yes it is possible for him to adjust status if he gets married to a US citizen.... View More

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Q: I and a couple of friends want to form LLC & all of us are on H-1B Visa. Can we form an LLC on H-1B Visa Status?
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answered on Apr 29, 2023

Yes, it is possible for individuals on H-1B visa status to form an LLC in the United States. However, there are some important factors to consider when forming an LLC as an H-1B visa holder.

First, as an H-1B visa holder, you are generally authorized to work only for the specific employer...
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Q: Can I apply for my citizenship right after I get off probation ? Charges marijuana first offense and theft 5th degree ?

I used my deferral judgment to get does charges off my background

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answered on Feb 25, 2023

As a general rule, individuals who have been convicted of a crime may not be eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship until a certain amount of time has passed after the conviction. The length of time can vary depending on the nature of the crime and other factors, such as whether the person has... View More

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Q: Can we start the k1 Visa process?

I've recently got divorced in Wisconsin which requires a 6-month stay to remarry. Since then I have moved to Iowa that does not have those restrictions on remarrying. I have met a girl in the Philippines while visiting there and we have been dating every since and want to get married. Since I... View More

Adan Vega
Adan Vega
answered on May 15, 2022

You must be unmarried to be eligible to file the FORM I-129F petition to begin the process for the K-1 fiancée visa. After the petition is approved by USCIS and the K-1 visa is issued by the U.S. consulate and your fiancée enters the U.S. you can then marry. This process will generally take more... View More

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Q: I have a Syrian boyfriend , How can I get a K1 visa him? What’s the process like? I’m a green card holder in the USA .
Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Apr 3, 2022

Only a US citizen can sponsor a foreign national for a fiancée K visa. However as an LPR, you can always get married to him and then sponsor him for a green card. He would have to process at the US consulate overseas. The rough wait time for this is about a year and a half to two years.

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Q: Eligibility for a transfer of i-485

I have an I-485 adjustment of status pending which was filed through my ex-husband's employment (i-140, EB-2 NIW) (I am a derivative applicant). We applied concurrently i-140 and i-485. Both forms are still pending. We were married for more than 2 years. I divorced my husband and got married... View More

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Dec 12, 2021

I’ll be honest with you; both immigration cases require a licensed immigration attorney. There is no other way to handle it professionally.

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Q: Regarding h1 b 60 day frace period

My current H1B validity period: 03/2021-03/2024, but my last day for the job is 08/15/2021

I got a new job. The new employer wants to file an H1B transfer petition before 10/15/2021 (within the 60 day grace period) but the start date mentioned in the offer letter is 11/01/2021.

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Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Sep 16, 2021

Each H1b case must have an assigned counsel at no charge retained by the YS sponsoring company, if it is a genuinely credible petition.?

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Q: Do I need to refile for 864? Green Card Interview in 3 weeks.

My wife applied for aos, I 485 and I 864. I changed jobs during this time to a much higher paying position. All benifits are the same. Our interview is in 3 weeks. Do I need to refile for I 864? Or can I just bring my updating income to the interview?

Hector E. Quiroga
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answered on Mar 10, 2021

No, but do bring pay stubs from the new job.

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Q: Do I need to pay I 765 filing fee when I 485 is pending?

We applied for AOS I 485 back in June 2020. Our application is still pending and my wife who is on F1 status, is getting ready to graduate. She is interested in working so we are looking to apply for I 765. Since our I 485 is still pending will our I 765 Fee of $410 be waived? Or do we still need... View More

Agnes Jury
Agnes Jury
answered on Jan 5, 2021

The last sentence of the question you posted is the answer. You do not need to pay for the I-765 but you must show proof of the pending I-485. So when you mail your I765 application, include the Notice you got after you filed for AOS. Best wishes!

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Q: Can I apply I-485 through my wife NOW while still in J-1 visa waiver or do I need to WAIT till when my waiver finishes?

I started my J-1 visa waiver (as H1B since 2019). I am currently doing my J-1 visa waiver.

During my time in the waiver, I got married. My wife is a US citizen.

I got my I-130 approved.

Can I apply I-485 through her NOW while still in waiver or do I need to WAIT till 2022 when my waiver finishes?

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Mar 1, 2020

You can apply now but you will not get a green card until the waiver is approved, possibly requiring you to request delaying adjudication of the pending I-485. I hope you have a reputable immigration attorney handling your case as these types of waivers are highly complex.

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Q: Can I get my husband who's a immigrant fr Honduras a Visa even if he's in the United States already he is 21 so am I.

He came to the United States illegally when he was 15. And we just got married and also have a baby together.

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Feb 27, 2020

Did he enter the country legally? Are you a US citizen? Have a free consultation with an attorney anywhere in the USA to discuss these issues and others.

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Q: Is there such a thing as a free attorney for an immigration issue? Didnt know.if they had court appointed ones or not?
Jean Richardson
Jean Richardson
answered on Feb 8, 2020

Unfortunately, the government does not provide "free attorney" for immigration cases. If you cannot afford to hire a private attorney, you have to represent yourself in immigration court. You may be able to get legal aid to represent you if you qualify.

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Q: Can receiving unemployment benefit affect my permanent residency status now or in future when applying for citizenship?

I am a Lawful Permanent Resident and have been recently laid off due to lack of work. My question is whether receiving unemployment benefit will be a ground for termination of my Green Card or deportation or preventing me from becoming a U.S. citizen in future?

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Oct 14, 2019

Currently you cannot be denied citizenship for LAWFULLY receiving assistance but it can be an issue in several scenarios such as wanting to sponsor someone or if you want to travel abroad. Furthermore the current administration is trying everything they can to disqualify immigrants who have... View More

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Q: I am permanent resident with an 1-130 petition for my daughter her priority date is 5/7/2018 will a visa be granted soon

The petition was submitted just a few days after her 20 birthday which was May 3, 2018, so as of today she’s 21. I did receive the I-797c notice with the priority date, which is May7th 2018. So Based on the current visa bulletin of July 2019 will her case be moving anytime soon.( is she now... View More

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answered on Jun 28, 2019

Your daughter’s priority date is current (that’s what the “C” means on the visa bulletin). You and your daughter should be notified soon about being able to file the visa application.

Your daughter’s age will be adjusted backward by the amount of time it took to process the visa petition.

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