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Got a citizenship certificate I am now now 21 years old and wants to proof my citizenship but my dad refused to give me his documents to prove my status ,should I file for n-600 or n-400
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answered on Jan 30, 2025
Since you were born outside the US but acquired citizenship through your father, the N-600 application would be the right option. This form is used to apply for a Certificate of Citizenship, which confirms that you are a US citizen. You are eligible for this if you were under 18 when your father... View More 
Hi, so my brother and his wife got married September of last year. She is technically illegal. My brother had fallen behind on doing his taxes for the past three years after our mom had died. So now they're trying to hurry with getting her green card paper work since Trump won office and... View More
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answered on Jan 15, 2025
I understand how worried and scared you and your family must be during this uncertain time. Immigration situations are incredibly stressful, especially when they involve loved ones.
Your sister-in-law won't be automatically deported on January 20th - deportation processes don't... View More
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answered on Dec 20, 2024
Having multiple immigration applications can make the process more complex, but there are steps you can take to move your case forward.
You should first contact USCIS directly through their website or phone line to inquire about your case status. Since your VAWA petition was approved in... View More
answered on Nov 11, 2024
Generally, a naturalized US citizen can no longer be deported
Get fingerprints at a place that is shutdown so they never got done and case was moved to Feb 1 and i been calling the lawyer daily he didn’t return any calls and again my husband did not get the fingerprints he needs to be able to close his case please what can we do?
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answered on Jan 24, 2024
In your situation, it's essential to address the issue of the fingerprints as soon as possible, since they are a crucial part of your husband's case. First, you should find an alternative location where your husband can get his fingerprints taken. This information can often be found on... View More
I have a dream of one day starting a country by building an island about 50 miles off the east coast of the US, how would i get recognition as an independent state without joining an alliance-type group like Nato or the United Nations?
answered on Nov 7, 2022
https://foreignpolicy.com/2008/02/26/how-to-start-your-own-country-in-four-easy-steps/
He was naturalized by his father and his mother was from england he has lived here for approx 30 years. Felony jail for 14 years now to be deported immediatley. If we marry can he stay or do i have to move away with him
answered on Jul 9, 2019
There is no guarantee of that; it depends on the felony. He needs to speak with an immigration attorney.
Married 5 years, in the United States 3 years. He just became citizen, making her here for 3 and now currently married to a US citizen. Since he just became a us citizen does she still have to wait for 5 years due to him not being a citizens when they married or can she apply after the 3 years of... View More
answered on Apr 5, 2019
You will still have to wait for 5 years as her Green Card was not obtained as a result of marrying a US Citizen.
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answered on Apr 30, 2018
No, because his conviction makes him inadmissible to the US. He should see a criminal attorney to see if there is any possibility of getting his conviction vacated.
My company is located in NJ,but i am working for a client in RI. My accommodation cost is reimbursed by the client, however my company deducts it from my salary. Please let me know if it is legal to do so.
answered on Dec 1, 2015
You will have to look at your employment contract that you signed when joining in order to address this issue. Without seeing the contract it is not possible to say if that is legal or not. All the best.
15 years of successful immigration law experience. The answer above is only general in... View More
I hold a valid permanent resident card, but was denied citizenship.
answered on Jun 14, 2015
Seek for opinions from an experienced immigration attorney. Good luck. www.aba-us.com
answered on May 20, 2015
Meet with an immigration attorney in provate to discuss the particulars of what you are trying to accomplish.
Can she live here legally as my wife as I wait for the outcome of the visa
answered on Mar 27, 2015
Meet with an immigration attorney to discuss the particulars unique to your situation.
answered on Jan 16, 2015
The stated facts are insufficient to answer your question. Complete contact form on our website to learn how we proceed with your case. Good luck.
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