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My parents are currently in the U.S. on B1/B2 visas. They arrived in June, and their 6-month stay is set to expire in December. We’re hoping to extend their stay for a few more months and are preparing to file Form I-539. My question is whether it’s better to file two separate I-539 forms for... View More 
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answered on Sep 21, 2024
When extending your parents' B1/B2 visa stay using Form I-539, either option—filing separately or jointly—can work, but there are some factors to consider. Filing jointly with one primary Form I-539 and adding a Form I-539A for the second parent may be more convenient since it consolidates... View More
I want to apply for green card through marriage and i am worried if it would be easy ,view that i already have a pending asylum ,also because on my 1-589 form i checked the box for ,withholding of removal under the convention against torture.
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answered on Jul 28, 2024
You can apply for a green card through marriage to a U.S. citizen even if you have a pending asylum application. It is important to ensure that your marriage is genuine and not solely for immigration purposes, as this will be scrutinized during the process. When you file the marriage-based green... View More
Can that person with family stay in US while I-130 being reviewed for 2-3 years until the decision made? Or they will be deported after tourist visa expiration? If status adjustment filed is denied? How long the status adjustment takes?
Syrian national, living in Emirates.
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answered on Jul 24, 2024
If you have filed an I-130 and entered the U.S. on a tourist visa, you are generally expected to leave before your visa expires. Staying beyond your visa's expiration without proper authorization can lead to deportation and may negatively impact future immigration applications.
To... View More
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answered on Jun 1, 2024
I understand your frustration about the denial of your N-400 application due to not registering for selective service. When you first arrived in the U.S., it's possible that you were unaware of this requirement, especially if it wasn't clearly communicated to you. Unfortunately, failing... View More
He is here by having a nonimmigrant visa - temporary stay. Will he only need to present his passport when we go to the courthouse?
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answered on May 24, 2024
When you and your boyfriend go to the county courthouse to get married, he will typically need to present his passport as a form of identification. In addition to his passport, he may also need to provide his visa to verify his nonimmigrant status. It’s a good idea to call the courthouse in... View More
My mom, a US citizen filed a petition i-130 for me that was approved and sent to NVC for further processing; a fall under the unmarried child over 22 category. Do I have to wait for NVC processing or I can just go ahead and file i-485 as soon as I get the NOA2? I live in the united states.
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answered on May 2, 2024
If you are currently living in the United States and your I-130 petition (filed by your U.S. citizen mother under the unmarried child over 21 category) has been approved, you may be eligible to file for Adjustment of Status (Form I-485) without waiting for the National Visa Center (NVC) to process... View More
I know there is an American embassy in Venezuela anymore but she does live in Bogota Colombia where the American embassy is.
answered on Apr 25, 2024
I believe that the US Consulate in Columbia is currently handling visa processing for Venezuelan nationals. If she is living in Columbia now and has documentation to prove that, then it is highly likely that she can process inside that country.
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answered on Apr 25, 2024
If you were selected in the H1B lottery for the fiscal year 2024, congratulations! The next step is to file your H1B petition with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Your employer will be responsible for filing the petition on your behalf.
Typically, you have 90... View More
I was wondering if my mom, who has had a permanent resident card since 2017, is eligible for the government funds.
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answered on Mar 7, 2024
Based on the information you've provided, it seems your mother is a lawful permanent resident (green card holder) living with you in the United States. However, eligibility for government assistance programs can vary depending on the specific program and your mother's unique... View More
I am helping this family they have 3 children, 2 were born here in the U.S. They fled Honduras, but they don't have their green cards or even work permits, so I am trying to help them with these things. What do they qualify for?
Thanks
Tracy
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answered on Feb 26, 2024
Tracy, it's commendable that you're looking to support this family. The question of whether they qualify for protected status in the U.S. depends on various factors, including current immigration laws and the family's specific circumstances. For individuals from Honduras, Temporary... View More
She is threatening me with divorce, she says I would have to leave the country and wouldn’t be able to have 50/50 custody because I wouldn’t be able to live here.
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answered on Feb 21, 2024
It's understandable that you're concerned about the situation with your wife and the potential impact on your ability to see your children. However, divorce and custody matters are complex legal issues that vary depending on the specific circumstances and jurisdiction. Your immigration... View More
A permanent visa
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answered on Jan 26, 2024
If you are a US citizen or have permeant residence status you can file a form I-130 sponsoring her for permanent resident stats and she can stay in the US. She can also apply for a work permit and receive a social security number.
Once she received permanent resident status it will be for... View More
Hi there, and happy afternoon.
I just got an RFE about a family-based visa. I was able to secure a copy of my birth certificate, which was required by the RFE. Regretfully, the birth certificate office mistyped my date of birth, which I quickly corrected when I received it. I wanted to... View More
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answered on Jan 8, 2024
Responding promptly and clearly to an RFE (Request for Evidence) is crucial in visa processes, and it's good that you have taken steps to correct your mistake.
In your situation, submitting both the incorrect and corrected versions of your birth certificate, accompanied by an... View More
We have Medicaid, I took my teen to the emergency room. They asked the usual questions but then asked her if she was born outside of the U.S. I felt very uncomfortable, never had anyone in an emergency room asked this before.
answered on Dec 22, 2023
Health care providers should not ask for immigration status information, nor make such inquiries! Citing the NILC, below:
"Under federal law, hospitals with emergency rooms must screen and treat people who need emergency medical services regardless of whether they have insurance, how... View More
I'm a Green Card holder but do not full fill the Physical Presence Requirement due to I work onboard ships for a US based company.
I was previously denied due to that, can I get a citizenship with physical present requirement exemption due to my unique employment situation?
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answered on Nov 18, 2023
For U.S. citizenship, meeting the Physical Presence Requirement is typically a key criterion. However, in certain cases, exceptions can be made. Given that you work onboard ships for a U.S.-based company, this might be considered a special circumstance.
Typically, employment with a U.S.... View More
He had a felony charge and was doing everything they had asked of him has been in the u.s. for 20 years and is legally married with 4 kids owns a business and was detained by ice when he attended his probation meeting now is in a county jail 3 hours from home with no bail
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
Whether someone will be deported after being detained by ICE depends on various factors, including their immigration status, the nature of the felony charge, and their overall immigration history. The fact that he has been in the U.S. for 20 years, is legally married, has children, and owns a... View More
Me and my siblings are under pending asylum case that has been pending for many many years. The case is under my fathers name. Now my father is about to get his green card through employment at a university. However, because now we are old, the lawyer couldn't add us to his case since we... View More
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answered on Oct 22, 2023
If your father's asylum case is closed due to him obtaining a green card through employment, the derivative benefits you had as his dependents in the asylum application will also end. Given your ages, you're no longer considered children for immigration purposes. It's essential to... View More
I have emails that's she said she changed my opt start date, but she doesn't. I wanna know I can sue her to restore money that's I lost or sue her to regain my opt back.
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answered on Oct 22, 2023
If your OPT was denied due to a mistake made by your Designated School Official (DSO), the first step is to speak with your DSO about the issue and see if it can be rectified administratively. In some cases, the DSO might be able to correct the error or provide guidance on how to reapply.... View More
My I-20 had a mistake for that reason the school had to change it but now the dates to start college will be to Spring, that will let me without an status, because my current B2 expires on October 4, 2023
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answered on Sep 7, 2023
It is indeed possible to apply to change your status from B2 to F1. In your particular situation, considering your B2 visa expiration date, it is highly recommended to file a Form I-539, Application To Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status, before your B2 status expires on October 4, 2023. It is... View More
My mom applied I-90 form and is waiting for her green card to be replaced. She got the I-551 stamp on her passport, but she doesn’t have a physical green card (the USCIS has it). Can she still travel back to the US with her German Passport with the I-551 stamp on it?
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answered on Aug 15, 2023
You should be able to travel with just the I-551 stamp, which is also called the temporary proof of legal residence stamp.
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