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I have received the receipt number over the SMS but not the physical 797 receipt.
answered on Oct 18, 2024
I-907 can be filed without receiving the I-797 receipt notice for the I-140 as long as you have the receipt/case number
Won't get paid or anything of the sort. The end result of this residency is just the production of new work for a non-profit org, that won't be sold... just shown in public and no money is being made here.
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answered on Oct 15, 2024
Yes, you might be able to participate in an artist residency on an F-1 visa, especially if the grant covers your expenses without providing income. It's important to ensure that the grant is considered a scholarship or fellowship and aligns with your academic program. Make sure that the... View More 
I, a US citizen, only earned $10k-15k in each of the past 3 tax years (2021-2023). The intending immigrant, i.e., my spouse, has been in the country for years, mostly on an H-1B (but is not working at the moment). We're filing an I-485 etc. for him. My income is obviously not enough for I-864... View More
answered on Oct 15, 2024
Yes, If the appraisers report shows equity between 100k and 150k, then you wouldn’t need a joint sponsor.
My friend is from Morocco and has received a doctor of medicine (MD) degree in Senegal, he wants to transfer to the states to be a doctor here, what he needs to do ? (Course of Study was in french).
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answered on Oct 12, 2024
To begin practicing medicine in the United States, your friend should first obtain certification from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG). This involves verifying his medical degree from Senegal and ensuring his credentials meet U.S. standards.
Next, he will... View More
I am filling out the N-400 form for naturalization. I have a stepdaughter (my wife's daughter) who resides with us for about three months of the year and stays with her father, who is the primary parent, for the remainder of the year. My wife pays child support to the child's father. I... View More
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answered on Oct 7, 2024
In the N-400 form, when you are asked whether the child resides with you, it's important to consider where she spends the majority of her time. Since your stepdaughter primarily lives with her father and only stays with you for part of the year, you should indicate that she does not reside... View More
They say they collect visa sponsor jobs but I’m afraid they might lie.
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answered on Oct 5, 2024
Move2usajobs is a platform that aggregates job listings from various sources, including positions that offer visa sponsorship. Many users have found legitimate opportunities through the site, especially those seeking employment in the United States with employer support for visas.
However,... View More
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answered on Oct 5, 2024
Vaping nicotine is generally not a problem for your immigration medical exam. The primary focus of the medical test is to check for communicable diseases, mental health conditions, and substance abuse that could affect your admissibility. Nicotine itself is not considered a disqualifying substance... View More
Hello guys, A few days ago, my mom just had her Naturalization interview and she passed the interview/English tests but she has RFE- a police clearance. The interviewing officer told her that FBI wasn’t able to obtain her fingerprints. I’m confused because she did her biometrics TWICE! We went... View More
answered on Oct 2, 2024
The decision will be based on the evidence on record if the RFE response is not submitted on time
I was supposed to have my first master hearing early this year but I moved to another state and my previous lawyer filed a motion to move the court to my current state before this hearing and this has been granted. My master hearing is now in a couple weeks time but I’m haven’t found a new... View More
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answered on Sep 29, 2024
Yes, you can attend your master hearing without a lawyer and request more time to find one. It’s important to appear in court as scheduled, even if you haven’t secured legal representation yet. Missing the hearing could negatively impact your case.
When you attend, explain to the judge... View More
I am in the US on a G4 visa as a dependent but need to change to F1 as my parent is leaving and I need to complete my studies here. I qualify for permanent residency but will only apply for thsi at a later stage. For changing from G4 to F1, is there any difference whether I ask for a change while... View More
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answered on Sep 25, 2024
If you are looking to change from G4 to F1 status, both options have their pros and cons. Applying for a change of status while in the U.S. can take several months, which could affect your ability to travel during that time. However, staying in the U.S. means you avoid any risks associated with... View More
My mom is applying for her green card and adjustment of status. She is an Australian citizen but was born in China. She got her Notarial certificate (Gong Zheng Shu) from the Local Notary Public Office (Gong Zheng Chu) but the date of birth says the 18th while the date of birth on her passport says... View More
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answered on Sep 25, 2024
In your situation, it's important to make sure that the documents you submit are consistent and accurate to avoid delays or issues with USCIS. When there is a discrepancy between the birth certificate and the passport, it can raise questions during the application process.
Since USCIS... View More
Hello! I currently live in New York and am an asylum seeker (Affirmative) with F-1 visa status. I entered the U.S. by completing the I-94 Form and will soon finish my associate degree. I am eager to continue my studies and pursue a bachelor's degree, but I lack the funds and do not have a... View More
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answered on Sep 22, 2024
As an F-1 student in the U.S., you generally have limited access to federal financial aid. Most federal financial aid programs, including grants and loans, are not available to non-citizens. However, you may have a few options:
1. **Institutional Aid:** Some colleges and universities offer... View More
I am an international student on an F-1 visa, and I have both an on-campus paid job and an off-campus paid academic internship, both funded by New York State. I work a total of 35 hours per week and have approval from my graduate school. Could this arrangement potentially affect my F-1 visa status,... View More
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answered on Sep 17, 2024
Your F-1 visa status could be at risk if your employment hours or types of work do not comply with U.S. immigration regulations. F-1 students are generally limited to working up to 20 hours per week on-campus while school is in session. If you are exceeding this limit, it might cause issues with... View More
My employer does not have an immigration lawyer since our company is very small. Why can I do?
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answered on Sep 16, 2024
As a low-income New Yorker, there are a few resources you can explore to find legal help for your H1B transfer paperwork. One option is to reach out to nonprofit organizations that provide free or low-cost legal assistance for immigration matters. Organizations like the New York Legal Assistance... View More
I am a naturalized US citizen and I want to help my mom get a green card. The problem is that she doesn't have her birth certificate, which I understand is one of the documents she must submit with her application. She was born in China and is an Australian citizen. She is currently in the US... View More
answered on Sep 17, 2024
To obtain her birth certificate it would be wise to engage an immigration lawyer to obtain that document as well as represent you and mom throughout the case from start to finish. Some of us charge a very affordable flat fee with no hidden costs and will do an excellent job!
I am iraqi married to UAE husband , currently visitors in USA , he is mistreating me and i always thought to get a divorce , If we divorced here in US can I ask for asylum as I cant go back to UAE cause he wont sponcer me to stay there have no place to go including my original country iraq and... View More
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answered on Sep 7, 2024
You may be able to apply for asylum in the United States if you fear returning to your home country due to persecution or if you are unable to return to your country of residence because of personal safety concerns. Since you are facing mistreatment from your husband and cannot go back to Iraq or... View More
My friend stated that the explanation given for the term State being capitalized showing that in this context that more than just the 50 states are considered states in this code was not correct as he said that it goes against the ruling established in Meese V Keene "It is axiomatic that the... View More
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answered on Sep 5, 2024
When the term "State" is capitalized in 8 USC 1101(36), it does have a specific legal definition that goes beyond the 50 U.S. states. In this context, "State" can include territories, possessions, and other areas under U.S. jurisdiction, which is why it’s broader than the... View More
So my friend is saying that do not fall into the category of citizen or national as they are not a citizen of the United States but are solely a national owing no allegiance to the United States (they call themselves an American State National). I told them that fine but in that case you would... View More
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answered on Sep 2, 2024
No, your friend is incorrect. Under U.S. law, the two primary statuses are citizen and non-citizen national (8 U.S.C. § 1408). American citizenship can be acquired by birth or via naturalization. Non-citizen nationals (Samoa and Swain), still owe allegiance to the U.S.
I was wondering why the term "State" capitalized in 8 USC 1101 (36) but in other places it is spelled with lowercase letters. Is this trying to say that when capitalized the word "State" only includes the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Virgin Islands of the... View More
answered on Sep 3, 2024
The term is capitalized in other areas of the statute. It could depend on context, scope, use as proper or common noun, or other grammatical technicalities. Good luck
I looked online and found some information saying that the sibling must be at least 21 years old if the petitioner wants to bring them to the US. Is that true?
answered on Sep 1, 2024
A US citizen can petition for a sibling regardless of age
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