I arrived in October 2020. My plan was to visit for 3 months and my then fiance now husband were planning to leave and re enter on a fiancé visa. We found out this wasn't necessary and we could go ahead and marry whilst I was here on my esta. We began a visa process to get my green card but... View More 
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answered on Apr 18, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about your difficult situation. If your husband is unwilling to cooperate in the green card application process, there are limited options available to you. It is important to note that the green card process is a joint process, and both spouses must be involved. You may want... View More
Does the asylum-seeker have to report that they got legally married in any way to the United States government? Do they have to apply for a green-card by marriage or asylum by marriage or can they just continue to do it the normal way? Question asked because an asylum-seeker will marry a US citizen... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2023
Once the asylum applicant is scheduled for an interview, they will have to update the officer on their changed marital status and should bring the marriage certificate to the interview. They can continue to proceed with the asylum application that they submitted and are not required to seek status... View More
I just received my notice of action letter for my biometrics appointment and while I was reading it I saw where it said I needed to bring a valid government issued photo id. I don't have any type of government issued id the only id I do have is my student id but I don't know if they will... View More
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answered on Mar 19, 2023
USCIS typically requires a valid government-issued photo ID for biometric appointments, but if you don't have a government-issued photo ID, you may be able to bring other forms of identification that include your photo and personal information.
Your student ID may be accepted as a... View More
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I am an international student that came to the USA on an F-1 visa. My visa expired in 2021 but I maintained residency in the US until I graduated from my nursing program. I have a work an employment authorization document for optional practical training, this permit expires on... View More
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answered on Feb 25, 2023
Congratulations on your job offer and the opportunity to apply for a green card sponsorship through your hospital.
The requirements for obtaining a green card through employment can vary based on the specific type of employment-based immigrant visa category for which you qualify. Your... View More
I’m 18 and currently trying to apply for US citizenship through my dad since he is a legal US citizen , I’ve lived in the U.S. since I was 3 months old. My biological mother is not a US citizen but I don’t know if she reported my birth at the consulate. I did not know I didn’t have... View More
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answered on Feb 26, 2023
To determine if you have a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA), you can start by contacting the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate to your place of birth. They should be able to check their records to see if one was issued for you. You will need to provide your full name, date and place of birth,... View More
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answered on Mar 2, 2023
There are no specific US laws or regulations that prohibit individuals on an F-1 visa from holding Russian stocks with a non-sanctioned Russian bank. However, you should consult with a financial advisor and ensure that you are complying with all relevant laws and regulations regarding foreign... View More
answered on Jan 24, 2023
Your question does not contain enough information to provide you an answer. It appears you have a question about timing requirements when you miss an interview with USCIS. You should contact a local immigration attorney ASAP, if you missed an interview.
I am a U.S citizen and my biological sibling is currently in the U.S on a valid B1-B2 visa. Is he eligible for adjustment of status while in the US?
answered on Sep 13, 2022
Most likely not, as it does not sound as though you have filed an I-130 petition for your sibling. In order for your sibling to be eligible for adjustment of status they would need to have an approved I-130 filed on their behalf and the priority date would need to be current at the time they filed... View More
I am a LPR and my biological sibling is here in the U.S on a visiting visa. Can I apply for a change of status while he is in the US? Does he need to be outside the country until a decision is made or he can be here until a final decision is made about his application?
answered on Aug 24, 2022
Only U.S. citizens can petition their siblings, there is no visa category for siblings of LPRs.
If one loses his green card, is there a way to return to the U.S. with a copy of the green card or by paying a visa fee at the border?
answered on Aug 21, 2022
You need to contact the closest U.S. Consular Visa Section to verify your LPR status and issue you a travel permit to return to the United States and then file I-90 to replace the lost federal document.
I have to wait a few more years before I can be naturalized, how can I travel outside of the USA for vacation purposes for a few days(NOT TO MY BIRTH COUNTRY) without a passport, since I can’t get an American passport or an Iranian passport?
answered on Aug 15, 2022
You need to apply for a travel document form I-131 which you could find at a governmental site uscis.gov
I have an 129-F form for a K1 Fiancé visa that I submitted regarding my fiancé, a South Korean national. Our case was received by USCIS on 10/18/21.
Due to the processing time continuously increasing, I’m trying to brainstorm some ideas. If I have the opportunity to go to South Korea... View More
answered on Aug 2, 2022
Once you get married, you fiance visa petition will be a thing of the past. You will need to sponsor your spouse for a green card.
A green card through marriage to a US citizen is the most common way to become a permanent resident. The spouse of a US citizen is an “immediate relative”.... View More
I have my apps together can i someone look over and give comments before i submit? i have one month left before i am illegal
answered on Jun 9, 2022
I would not recommend separating the I-130 from the I-485. I would file both (with the other forms) via mail (i.e. paper application). As to reviewing your application, there are many immigration attorneys that offer document review services. They charge per hour (usually in 15 minute increments)... View More
US birth certificate. Isn't this city overreach and illegal to use taxpayer money on children (or the children of parents who are here illegally) who are not born in this country and do not speak English (putting other children behind) and do not have legal status?
answered on Mar 8, 2022
Would you rather they don’t have a safe place to go and get an education? They’re here and I’d you force desperate people out into the streets or will certainly cause more desperation and crime.
My ex-husband has his 10 year green card through our marriage, and I’m his sponsor. I understand that one of the stipulations for my sponsorship to end is he has to have 40 quarters of work under his belt. Does my quarters worked during our marriage count towards his needed 40 quarters? I also... View More
answered on Feb 23, 2022
Yes, your quarters worked add to his.
An intending immigrant can acquire 40 qualifying quarters in the following ways:
1. Working in the United States for 40 quarters in which the intending immigrant received the minimum
income established by the Social Security... View More
The man who signed my birth certificate 34 years ago is not my real father. I believe my mother thought he was my real father at the time. I was told this many years ago, never thought much about it. I met another man I believe is my real father several years ago, but no longer have contact with... View More
answered on Dec 30, 2021
Until and unless another man is legally identified as your legal father, the man listed on your birth certificate who signed it is your legal father. Best wishes!
I have know her from before as our family as friends so I was helping her get situated in her new school and we have found out we like each other. We can’t be intimate without marriage in our religion that ‘s why we got married fast.
My question is: do I need a lawyer in this case? Or... View More
answered on Dec 27, 2021
The burden is on you to "prove" that the marriage is "real". This involves providing as much documentation in support of this as possible such as photos, affidavits from friends and family, etc. Hiring an attorney to help you prepare and submit this documentation will increase... View More
Energy bills are in my spouse's name (my name was not on the account) while cable and internet bills are in my name (my spouse's name is not on this) but we both live at the same address, have the same lease, and other documents together. Can I submit these documents for a green card application?
answered on Nov 6, 2021
You can. The documents indicate you live at the same address and share expenses. The general requirement is 5 supporting documents. It is necessary to know your situation be recommending other supporting documents.
answered on Nov 5, 2021
There are many types of employment visas. To determine whether you qualify for a visa I suggest you consult with an experienced immigration attorney to discuss your options and whether you qualify.
Got a REF after citizenship interview asking for the explanation why kids information were missing in initial I-30 submitted for my immigration process. My I-30 was submitted around 2013 by my husband who has been naturalize US citizen since 2011(approximately).
What kind of proof can I... View More
answered on Nov 5, 2021
Sufficient evidence can not be determined without more information. If you are not sure what is needed you may need to work with an experienced immigration attorney.
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