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If I sponsored my step daughter to come from Guatemala to come live with me and she is now 21, living on her own and is financially independent, does the sponsor application of being responsible for her for 10 years remain in effect or am I no longer responsible for her? She has moved out of my... View More 
If an immigrant facing pending family violence misdemeanor charges in Texas enters into a pretrial diversion program, what impact, if any, will this have on their immigration status? Could this result in deportation or other immigration consequences?
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answered on Jan 6, 2025
Entering a pretrial diversion program for a family violence misdemeanor in Texas can have significant implications for your immigration status. Successfully completing the program typically results in the charges being dismissed, which means there is no formal conviction on your record. This can be... View More
Puedo rellenar manuscrita la Motion To Change Venue?
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answered on Jan 4, 2025
Las razones más comunes y válidas para presentar una Moción para cambiar el lugar incluyen condiciones inseguras en la ubicación actual, dificultades sustanciales para viajar al tribunal actual, si la mayoría de los testigos viven más cerca de otro tribunal o si existe un posible sesgo del... View More
Is it legal to create or use a mobile app that facilitates ride-sharing among students in the U.S., specifically for international students, where the platform is designed solely for cost-sharing (e.g., splitting gas and toll expenses) and not for profit? The app would not display or facilitate... View More
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answered on Jan 1, 2025
You can build a cost-sharing ride app for international students if it functions strictly as an expense-splitting tool. This means that your platform should not display or facilitate profit-making transactions.
You will want to ensure that drivers only recoup shared costs like gas, tolls,... View More
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answered on Dec 27, 2024
When leaving under voluntary departure, you should not experience significant issues with TSA security screening. The TSA's primary focus is on safety and security protocols rather than immigration status.
However, it's crucial to bring all your required travel and voluntary... View More
I was misinformed by an insurance agent that I qualified for a premium tax credit in the marketplace, and the marketplace also showed I was eligible. However, I later learned I am not eligible. How can I resolve this and correct my eligibility status? Should I contact the marketplace or IRS to... View More
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answered on Dec 17, 2024
You'll need to take prompt action to address this premium tax credit situation. Contact the Marketplace immediately to report that you're not eligible as an F1 student - this helps establish good faith effort to correct the error and may help reduce any penalties.
For the tax... View More
Does it any effect on my immigration?
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answered on Dec 15, 2024
For F-1 students, it's important to know that receiving Premium Tax Credits (PTC) through the Health Insurance Marketplace could potentially impact your immigration status. These credits are considered a form of public benefit, and using them might raise concerns during future immigration... View More
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answered on Dec 15, 2024
In most cases, F-1 students are not eligible for Premium Tax Credits (PTC) through the Health Insurance Marketplace because you need to be a U.S. citizen or have lawful permanent resident status to qualify.
If you're on an F-1 visa, you typically have different healthcare options... View More
As an H1B visa holder residing in a community in Dallas, Texas, I am considering signing a petition to recall the Homeowners' Association (HOA) board. Could participating in this process have any effect on my immigration status? Also, is there any chance that immigration authorities might... View More
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answered on Dec 10, 2024
Your H-1B status is tied to the specific employer that sponsored your visa. Receiving fees or compensation from another entity for services performed may be considered unauthorized employment, which could jeopardize your visa status.
Volunteer and Non-Compensated Work:
• While... View More
Hi! I plan to sponsor my mother-in-law for a B-2 tourist visa while I am on an H-1B visa, valid until May 2025. My employer intends to file for my H-1B extension in January 2025.
Question: Would it be better to schedule her visa interview before or after I file for the extension? Are there... View More
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answered on Nov 27, 2024
While sponsoring your mother-in-law's B-2 visa, it's generally better to schedule her interview before your H-1B extension filing in January 2025. This timing helps demonstrate your stable immigration status as her sponsor during the visa interview process.
Having a valid H-1B... View More
There was this woman I met online who was in Venezuela. We kept talking and were planning to eventually be together when I was going to leave the united states. During this time I helped her financially often and even helped her get her passport to be able to travel. Eventually we decided she would... View More
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answered on Nov 27, 2024
Immigration fraud can be reported to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) through their tip line at 1-866-DHS-2-ICE or through their online tip form at ice.gov/tipline. You can also report fraud to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) by visiting uscis.gov/report-fraud.... View More
I'm a male legal alien with a green card married to a male US citizen for 9 years. My mother is a French citizen, recently widowed and has a personal retirement income of around $1800 a month. I just don't want her to enter the country with a tourist visa and have to leave every 6 months... View More
answered on Nov 25, 2024
Apply for US citizenship and once a US Citizen, you may sponsor your mother for a green card. Work with an immigration attorney
Creation. How could I add his spouse and kids in my petition. Do I just add them in the form that I fill up and pay in CEAC?
Would he be able to bring his spouse and kids?
answered on Nov 24, 2024
Email the NVC to inform them that your brother is now married with children so the accompanying family can be included in the CEAC
My husband and I was Documentarily Qualified on September 27, 2024, and we are currently waiting for our Visa interview letter from the US Embassy in the Dominican Republic. I live in the US and he lives in the Dominican Republic. My husband wanted to enter into ESL classes, but he's employer... View More
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answered on Nov 17, 2024
Your husband's employment status should not negatively impact your I-130 visa application or interview process, as the key requirement is proving your valid marriage relationship, not his current job situation.
Since you are the petitioner and U.S. citizen sponsor, you'll need to... View More
I am currently on an H1-B visa and would like to start a simple blog. I would like to have an LLC around it. This isn't for profit, just as a best practice though.
As I understand there are many restrictions around having an LLC while on a H-1B: specifically it seems like I could own... View More
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
While you can legally own an LLC as an H-1B visa holder, actively managing or working for it could violate your visa terms, even if the work is unpaid. The key issue isn't ownership - it's about engaging in work outside your H-1B sponsorship.
Writing blog posts would likely be... View More
I know someone who came here illegally, but missed her chance of getting citizenship because she could not obtain a Mexican passport, which is a prerequisite of the US citizenship process. Someone in Mexico had reportedly made a typo when spelling this person's name on the birth certificate.... View More
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
This is a challenging situation that requires careful attention to the documentation issues first. Mexican consulates can help correct errors on birth certificates through a legal process called "rectificación de acta," which addresses typographical mistakes.
Your friend should... View More
I had listed my daughter on my wife's I-30 when I filed. but now NVS website is not allowing me file my daughter visa application.
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
You'll need to file a separate Form I-130 for your daughter since she requires her own petition, even though she was listed on your wife's form. This is standard procedure for children, regardless of their age.
Once you submit the I-130 for your daughter, you'll be able to... View More
and they wouldn't be able to provide for me abroad.
answered on Nov 7, 2024
You can, but it will unlikely be considered a basis for extreme hardship to obtain an immigration benefit
I have got a biometric update for EAD and travel parole even for my i485 yet no prima facie determination. Is that normal? I'm worried because I heard that vawa cannot be approved without a prima facie determination.
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answered on Oct 28, 2024
It's understandable to feel anxious after waiting two years without a prima facie determination on your VAWA case. While processing times can vary due to numerous factors such as case complexity or workload at the immigration office, a significant delay like yours is worth addressing.... View More
I have got dismissed from the university what should be my next steps as well as consequences
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answered on Oct 26, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your dismissal. First, carefully review the official notice to understand the reasons behind the decision. Gather any relevant documents and consider if there are grounds to appeal the decision based on university policies. Reach out to your academic advisor or the... View More
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