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I have applied for change of visa status after my marriage to a US citizen from B-2 to Green Card. The application has been received by the USCIS and I only have receipts from USCIS for my application. Can I travel by air freely within the US after my B-2 visa expires while USCIS processes my... View More 
answered on Jul 19, 2021
You should check with the airline that you will be travelling with but usually domestic travel does not require a valid visa, only valid ID. I would recommend that you bring the Notice of Action showing that you filed for your green card in case Border Patrol did get involved for some reason. Best... View More
Employer didnt find me a project for 5 months. He didnt pay me salary and is asking me to pay for the one month salary paid during the no work period, H1B transfer. He is threatening to collect it from my reference person incase I fail to pay.
answered on Jul 14, 2021
Well, this seems like a questionable action, but you appear to have fallen out of status. This appears to be a less than bona fide employer. There is outstanding salary that you are entitled to, but you will have to file a complaint with the Department of Labor.
Your decision to remain... View More
Im current on H1B status and have been so since October. Prior to that I was on OPT. The issue is that during COVID I flew to stay temporarily with my husband (in a different state) but forgot to report it as an address change. When I switched to the H1B status, I reported an address in my original... View More
answered on Apr 24, 2021
Write in the addresses that you now remember. Make sure you have both documents and explain what happened at the interview.
answered on Mar 15, 2021
More information is needed. Did you violate an order of protection and now have a conviction? Were you arrested by police? Were you served a document that requires you to stay away from someone?
I strongly recommend an appointment or Zoom Conference with a competent and experienced... View More
Can I just send same documents with correct payment? Or should we add form I-130 as well? Thank you.
answered on Mar 3, 2021
You should follow the instructions in the letter that was included with the package that was sent back to you. You should not need to add the I-130. Best wishes!
My grandmother filed an N-400(she's now a citizen) with my name on it as an adopted child but there is no adoption decree and I am over 21, but I do have a legal adoption decree from my home country with my aunt's(a US citizen) name on it , I submitted an I-160 for B2 visa and indicated... View More
answered on Jan 29, 2021
You do not say why your application for a B1/B2 visa was denied. Such reasons may not impact an application for an F1 visa.
You should put the information relative to the woman who is your legal mother. If your aunt legally adopted you in your home country, that’s who you should put.
answered on Jan 12, 2021
Please check the code on your EAD card as the following categories are generally eligible le for 180-day automatic extension are A03, A05, A07, A08, A10, C08, C09, C10, C16, C20, C22, C24, C31, and A12 or C19. The eligible categories are published on the USCIS Automatic EAD Extension page.... View More
i am undocumented
answered on Oct 8, 2020
You need to speak with your social worker. The State should be helping you with this.
Hello everyone,
I have been living in the US for just a year now. I entered with a b1 visa and overstayed it. I am aware that it is illegal but as an African, I didn't have any real chances of obtaining a residency in the US.
That said, I work hard every day hoping my American... View More
answered on Oct 3, 2020
Yes. Maryland repealed the requirement to prove legal status in the US in order to obtain a driver’s license; however, a license obtained by an illegal immigrant is not the same as a license obtained by someone with legal status. They look similar, but it is not a legal form of identification for... View More
for green card and passport
answered on Sep 25, 2020
Consultation fee depends on several factors like the attorney, the area and sometimes the issue. Its best to reach out to the particular lawyer you would like to retain.
At my law firm, we offer competitive prices and payment plans. Get in touch with me to discuss your immigration questions.
He came here over 20 years ago no papers and I want to marry legally and he wants to become a us citizen is this possible and how do you do it?
answered on Sep 5, 2020
A US citizen can sponsor an illegal alien spouse who entered the country legally for a green card despite the 20 year overstay. However if the alien entered the USA illegally then you can still sponsor him after marriage but you will need to file a waiver of inadmissibility to overcome the illegal... View More
What are the requirements? What forms of application should we file and in what order?
answered on Sep 2, 2020
You should discuss the specifics of your situation with a qualified immigration lawyer to make sure all the requirements and qualifications are met, for example what is his current status and how long has he been here, what is your immigration status etc. If the requirements are met, generally you... View More
back in 2014 I took My Green card and was in MVA to apply for my Drivers Licence ,
the Lady there register me for voting and explain to me that this is my right and responsibility now, I insisted that I'm not Citizen , but she assure me that this is OK as longer I dong Vote for... View More
answered on Aug 27, 2020
I have had cases where clients were registered to vote by the DMV and were forgiven. However, I have never had a client that actually voted who was forgiven. When you receive an immigration status the government expects you to educate youself on the terms of your status and what violates that... View More
And if VAWA would be better than DACA?
I’ve done some research but haven’t found anything for people in DACA situation.
Thank you in advanced
answered on Aug 12, 2020
If you have been battered or subjected to extreme cruelty by a a U.S. citizen or LPR spouse or parent , you may be eligible for VAWA. If the VAWA request is granted by USCIS, you may also be able to obtain resident status.
DACA on the other hand is a temporary protection from deportation... View More
We both have green card and about to apply for citizenship application form N-400 . I have a biological child age, born outside of USA and came here in 2016 . Is she eligible to apply for CITIZENSHIP application with us ? is yes, what type of form she need to fill?
answered on Aug 4, 2020
If you naturalize before she turns 18, and she lives with you and you have custody of her, she should automatically acquire citizenship pursuant to the Child Citizenship Act of 2000. But to make sure, please consult with an attorney.
i have a girlfriend who is 37 with 2 kids she came here three years ago but she never renew the visa so she can not get citzenship she is also married but she wants to divorce him but he threaten to take her kids and he said if she goes back to her country he will have her killed he even said he... View More
answered on Jul 15, 2020
There are international child abduction laws that would prohibit that. Your girlfriend needs to consult a family law lawyer to take steps to prevent that. Court orders in addition to placing a hold on her children’s passports etc are some of the steps to take. A family law lawyer needs to be... View More
Hello, I am currently an international student with f-1 visa. Our college has decided that we will first operate with a hybrid model, and then go fully online after Thanksgiving break. I am also in the process of achieving a green card (i-485 status) from my parents who are also holders of green... View More
answered on Jul 12, 2020
Hi, if you have already applied to adjust status, you are no longer considered an F1 student for the purpose of this new rule. This means that you can take your hybrid courses without worrying about leaving the U.S. or losing your F1 status. As a green card holder, you will be able to attend school... View More
answered on Jun 20, 2020
It most likely will not unless his criminal history involves a crime under the Adam Walsh act. Also if he’s not currently employed, he can still sponsor you but he may need to enlist a joint financial sponsor who meets the minimum income levels to act as a joint sponsor.
We’ve been residing in the US for the past 5 years, and now unexpectedly the company, most likely will declare chapter 7 bankruptcy. Can we still file for immigration?
Note that it also says that as at the time of my filing I was still legally present it the u.s. so I want to know the way forward.
answered on Jun 8, 2020
Good Morning, to answer your question properly, I will need more information. What was the basis of your I-485? Family, Work, Self Petition?
If you are not allowed to appeal, you may be able to file a motion to reopen and provide additional information needed.
You may also be able... View More
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