I am a senior undergraduate chemical engineering student at Penn State University. My F1 student entry visa has been under administrative processing since June 2022. Can an immigration lawyer open my case file, find out why it is taking so long for my visa to be issued, and expedite the release of... View More 
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answered on Sep 8, 2023
Retaining an immigration attorney can potentially help in understanding the reasons behind the delay and working towards expediting the process. The attorney can communicate with the relevant government agencies on your behalf to seek information and push for a resolution. However, it is essential... View More
A master hearing is coming up real soon and we have no representation
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answered on Sep 3, 2023
You can contact organizations like the Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC), RAICES, or similar entities to request expedited assistance given the upcoming master hearing. It's critical to act quickly due to the limited availability of free legal services, especially close to a hearing date.
I am currently sponsoring my wife, who has permanent resident status. My brother-in-law is now asking if I can also sponsor him (as a joint sponsor). Is this possible, and if so, how?
answered on May 30, 2023
If you earn sufficient income, you are not restricted from sponsoring more than one immigrant. The reason the form asks if you have sponsored another individual is because that person is counted in the household size calculation. You can find the income requirements based on household size here:... View More
My wife and I are unable to meet the financial thresholds required by Form I-864, so we would need to acquire a joint sponsor, which is an additional headache. Therefore I am wondering if my brother-in-law can be my petitioner on Form I-130 and I-864 instead, since he is able to meet the financial... View More
answered on May 20, 2023
No, your brother in law is disqualified as a matter of law. He is ineligible to petition too for an I-130. He can only act as a joint sponsor with your wife.
In order to avoid complications, including what can prove to be permanent bars on lawful immigration, I strongly recommend an... View More
Hello,
My German husband came with me from Germany to help me with my mom and dad because they are sick. I am a US citizen. He came on a tourist visa and we decided that he should just stay here with me and my family.
I handed in form I 130 and I am sending in the other form this... View More
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answered on Apr 29, 2023
If your German husband entered the US on a tourist visa and you have now submitted an I-130 form and an adjustment of status application, he may be able to stay in the US with you during the processing of his application. However, it is important to note that he should not engage in any activities... View More
Hello, I'm an asylee with a green card. My passport expired two years ago. When I applied for a green card as an asylee, I also applied for RTD and it was issued in July last year. The RTD is valid for only one year and would expire in July 2023. I need to travel to Europe in August. I applied... View More
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answered on May 16, 2023
As an asylee with a green card, you have certain rights and responsibilities, including the ability to travel internationally. Regarding your specific question about renewing the passport of the country from which you claimed asylum, there are some factors to consider:
Travel restrictions:... View More
I received a green card as an asylee. When I applied for asylum, I let the immigration officer know during the interview and on my I-589 application that I couldn't go anywhere else in the country of my nationality (let's call it country A) and be safe and that I renounced my previous... View More
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answered on Apr 23, 2023
As an asylee with a green card, you may be able to obtain a new nationality before becoming a US citizen. However, there are important legal considerations to keep in mind when navigating this process.
Renouncing your previous citizenship and obtaining a new nationality can have... View More
My birth certificate has been confirmed and also the hospital records.
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answered on Apr 29, 2023
If you have determined that your birth year was incorrectly recorded on your citizenship application and that you are actually eligible for derived citizenship, you may be able to correct the error by submitting a request to the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
You can start... View More
I am Herbert from Indonesia. Now At Chop, my third child is a patient. I have a B2 visa, which is for medical care. While my son is a patient, I hope to continue working. What do you believe about it? What documents should I gather for this? I'm hoping you can assist me in determining the best... View More
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answered on Apr 18, 2023
Dear Herbert, thank you for reaching out to me for help with your work visa. I understand that your third child is a patient in the US, and you would like to continue working while you are here. Based on your situation, I recommend that you apply for an H-1B visa. This visa is for foreign workers... View More
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answered on Mar 16, 2023
Great question -- you will want to mail all of your supporting documents with your Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence (USCIS Form I-751, current edition, ink signed and dated, with correct filing fee, and correctly filed before the all important deadline), but be sure to send copies of your... View More
i am us green card holder in 2021 ill marry in my home town (pakistan) nd after that ill submit a immigration case on March 2021 for my wife in usa after 3 month they Approved my case nd update it but they didnt demand any further documnts till now . last updted date is 19 feb 2022 my case... View More
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answered on Mar 15, 2023
If you are a US green card holder and you have filed an immigration case for your spouse, it can be frustrating to not hear any updates on your case. Here are some steps you can take:
Check your case status online: You can check the status of your immigration case online through the U.S.... View More
I want to know what my chance are if I have evidence of conversion, also how much should I expect to pay as I am on a tight budget?
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answered on Mar 2, 2023
If you are seeking asylum in the United States based on religious persecution, you may be eligible to apply for asylum under U.S. immigration law. Asylum is a form of protection that is available to individuals who are unable or unwilling to return to their home country because of persecution or a... View More
My family and I arrived to USA from Ukraine at 2015, January thru Miami airport with visa B1/B2. In August we submitted I-765 form and ask USA for asylum protection.
And on January 25th we had master hearing, but we hadn’t opportunity to say no words. We got administrative closure. So,... View More
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answered on Feb 26, 2023
Asylum seekers who were placed in administrative closure are generally not eligible to adjust their status to permanent residence through employment-based immigration unless their asylum case is reopened and granted. However, since you have TPS status, you may be eligible to adjust status through... View More
answered on Feb 10, 2023
Typically, immigration medical exams include a blood test and a urine test to screen for certain medical conditions. The purpose of the tests is to ensure that applicants do not have any medical conditions that would make them inadmissible to the United States.
Nicotine is not a... View More
Hi everyone, on 20th Nov 2022 me and my girlfriend were charged with a retail theft summary offence (CC3929) of amount $149 and criminal conspiracy (CC0903) in Philadelphia, PA. We were arrested, fingerprinted, photographed, and given a citation copy with a court date at the station. We hired a... View More
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answered on Jan 6, 2023
Hi, you did not mention what the final disposition of the charges was. Dismissed? Adjourned in contemplation of dismissal? Pleaded guilty to a lesser charge? Without that information, we can only guess whether the arrest (and conviction if any) would affect your immigration status.
Your... View More
Account to do the I-130 so now just wondering what Visa he needs to apply for,for temporary visa so we can get proof or is that info wrong since we are legally married.
answered on Dec 27, 2022
You’re speaking to the wrong people!
The difference between legally married (on paper) and entering into a marriage based upon a good faith relationship are significant. Someone who has yet to meet their spouse is likely to eventually be challenged prior to or during processing.... View More
answered on Dec 27, 2022
Hello! It is a long process with many steps, which begins with filing an I-130 petition with USCIS. You can find instructions online about what you need to file the petition, or you can reach out to an immigration attorney for help.
So my girlfriend recently had her interview at the U.S. Embassy down in Ecuador to get her tourist visa and was denied. She really wants to come here as do I because it becomes expensive flying down to her 2 times a year. We think we’re ready for marriage so should she try to apply for a... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2022
You should sponsor her for a fiancé visa. From start to finish the entire process takes about two years before she’s able to travel here on the K visa. Then within 90 days, she and you have to get married or else the visa will be revoked. You should retain counsel to handle the process from... View More
My I-94 class of admission is DT, I came across the border. Am I eligible to file Form I-765 Application for Employment Authorization? What is my Eligibility category? Should I seek employment authorization under category (c)(11)? How soon can I file Form I-765 since I crossed the border?
answered on Nov 16, 2022
Generally, someone who is admitted as DT can file a form I-765 under (c)(11) as soon as they are admitted. However, if it is granted, it will only be valid for as long as the status is valid.
If immigration process was canceled for my husband because we were getting divorced and have now decided to work things out, what should I do? I wrote a letter to have them cancel the process but never heard anything back (that was June 3 and now it’s august 29). Is there anything I can do to try... View More
answered on Aug 30, 2022
You should retain an immigration attorney who will file a G-28 Notice of Appearance in your case to represent you.
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