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I got laid off from 'X' company and my grace period ended on 7/11/2023. I had accepted a new offer letter from 'Y' company on Jun 27th, but this company filed for my H1-B transfer petition in premium processing on 7/20/2023 (8 days after my grace period ended). However, my... View More 
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answered on Sep 3, 2023
Between 7/11/2023 and 7/20/2023, you were technically out of status, as your grace period had ended and your new H1-B transfer petition had not yet been filed. While your subsequent H1-B petition was approved, the period you were out of status could potentially affect future visa applications or... View More
Dates for filling for EB2 (rest of the World) are 01 December 2022. Is it OK and safe to send my I-485 documents package to USCIS now? Or is it mandatory to wait until I meet the dates for filling in Visa bulletin?
answered on Aug 17, 2023
USCIS posts whether to use the dates of filing or final action dates chart in filing the I-485. Consult in private with an immigration attorney to analyze how to move forward with your case
… aggravated assault? I am a free US citizen with valid passport, having served 8 years for bank robbery from 2013-2021, and completed all required parole.
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answered on Aug 15, 2023
It's important to note that travel restrictions and entry requirements can vary by country and are subject to change. You may want to consult with the U.S. Department of State and the Philippine Embassy or Consulate for the most up-to-date information on travel eligibility based on your... View More
answered on Jun 25, 2023
More information is needed. Sponsored how? Normally, a person allowed in for humanitarian reasons may have limitations. Some circumstances may allow opportunities to eventually immigrate. A poorly planned situation may cause heartbreak.
As a result, I strongly recommend an appointment or... View More
I applied for naturalization based on living in United States for 5 years my wife refused to give me her prior divorce decree what should I do
answered on Jan 23, 2023
Because if your wife was previously married and didn’t get lawfully divorced, you and she aren’t married.
My girlfriend is Russian and recently left Russia and is now staying in the country of Georgia. She left to keep her 17 year old son (he turns 18 in April, 2023) from being forced into the Russian military and war. She has communicated with people who have gone to Mexico and crossed the San... View More
answered on Dec 12, 2022
The most legally appropriate method would be discussing all critical issues confidentially, fully and clearly with an experienced immigration attorney familiar with Russia, its political situation, asylum law and family-based adjustment of status.
It is imperative to receive a legally... View More
My wife came in with a K1 visa. We got married 2 weeks before her 90 days expired. 3 months later, we submitted for adjustment of status and currently waiting. Going on 9 months. My question is. How can I get her state issue ID if her K1 expired and do not have any other document but a marriage... View More
answered on Nov 29, 2022
As part of the application for adjustment of status your wife can apply for an employment authorization document (EAD) using Form I-765. If she did not submit this form when applying for adjustment, she can submit it now. With the application she should submit proof that the I-485 is still... View More
I was denied expedited request since our father is currently on stage 4 cancer , any other options i may have to get my sister here sooner so she can help take care of and be with our father before he passes?
answered on Sep 21, 2022
You can try applying for humanitarian parole: https://www.uscis.gov/humanitarian/humanitarianpublicbenefitparoleindividualsoutsideUS
My sister's son is a US Citizen, adult living in the United States. he petition for his mother currently living in Chile. But he didn't petition for his sister which is a 14 year old minor. the attorney said that since he just makes enough money to petition for his mother that... View More
answered on Jul 6, 2022
Once your sister receives her immigrant visa, she will need to enter the United States within 60 days. Then once she gets her green card she can file an I-130 petition for her daughter. Your sister can also apply for a re-entry permit to protect her residency, which would allow her to remain... View More
Hi I am working as a senior engineer in a reputed company on H1B with a approved i140. It came to my notice that layoffs are imminent in next few months. I started interviewing and cleared a technical manager position interview in another company . Is there any challenge with my immigration H1B... View More
answered on May 5, 2022
You should consult in private with an experienced immigration attorney to assist you with this matter.
Good luck to you.
Dear Sir or Madam,
my partner and I met unexpectedly 1,5 months after I entered the U.S. in February 2022 while I am in the U.S. on a B-visa (business&tourist purposes) for 180 days and want to get married before the stay of 180 days expires in August to file for "adjustment of... View More
answered on Apr 21, 2022
Yes, it is possible to file for Adjustment of Status after entering the US on a tourist visa but I would recommend doing a consultation with an experienced immigration attorney to make sure you qualify in other respects. Best wishes!
If so, for a someone who doesn't speak English or doesn't speak really well, would working on learning the language demonstrate good faith? Perhaps as a means to finding more work opportunity, for example.
answered on Apr 8, 2022
In general, No! Judges must focus primarily on the requirements for an immigration benefit. Also, whether a foreigner meets at least those requirements.
Note that for other immigration benefits, outside of the immigration court, it depends upon for what purpose. For example, a person who... View More
AND ON A DIFERENT COURT THEY PUT UNDER INFLUECE OF CONTROL SUSTENCE WILL HOLDING A GUN THAT WAS NEVER IN MY POSETION WEN IT WAS AT MY HOUSE NOT ON MY SELF
answered on Dec 6, 2021
It appears that you need a state licensed criminal attorney as soon as possible in that jurisdiction pronto.
1st infraction: 1 week; 2nd: 30 days; 3rd: entire school year. No parental consent or due process. No policy on how its enforced. School administrator states that cell phones are prohibited items: my concern is the safety of the students. Many parents rely on cell phones to track their children,... View More
answered on Oct 22, 2021
Yes.
Limiting access to mobile telephones for school students by the school Administration is completely Constitutional. The school implements its rules and oversees education , social and safety parameters of that educational institution.
The school may and should limit any... View More
I am planning to file the application this month, there may be a good chance I may be moving the state middle of next year
answered on Oct 6, 2021
You may file now and then change the address but chances are you may naturalize before you move next year.
I applied for family reunion with my dad while he stayed in Mexico as a tourist. He was approved for reunion and USCIS sent us to NVC. We submitted all the required documentation and NVC received them and tried to schedule an appointment for us in US Embassy of Juarez, Mexico. However, US embassy... View More
answered on Sep 13, 2021
A case review is required for your submission. If you father was paroled into the United States there may be a possibility to adjust his status without Consular Processing. But that legal analysis can be determined only after a full case review.
I am a citizen of USA and his 2 daughters, I need to have him here to help me with our daughters, especially our little one who has a medical condition, I have been struggling to get someone to help me with this
answered on Jul 30, 2021
There are attorneys who will help with document preparation and charge for the time that they spend with the client. You can try to find an attorney at Justia.com or at AILA.org. There are also not for profit organizations that help with immigration forms (see:... View More
She threatened that if I take the green card from her she will get it revoked. Can she get it revoked?
answered on Jul 19, 2021
You need to immediately get more specific advice from a lawyer. No one is allowed to simply take another person's documents like that of to threaten them. There is a lawyer directory on this site and you can also go on the American Immigration Lawyers Assn and find a lawyer on their directory.
I have green card for 7 years now, I had a criminal history- Felony theft in 2011, charges that changed to a misdemeanor then setaside or expunged back in 2014. Immigration is aware of the charges since it happened before I obtained my green card-LPR. Do I need to mention the charges again on my... View More
answered on Jun 16, 2021
You will have to disclose the criminal history in your citizenship application. It can affect your eligibility because one of the requirements for naturalization is good moral character (GMC). An applicant for naturalization must show that he or she has been, and continues to be, a person of good... View More
My father is applying for naturalization and needs to provide details & documentation for his prior tickets and arrest. He has received a couple of speeding tickets in other states and others in different cities in his home state. I tried called the police stations and courts to determine how... View More
answered on Mar 23, 2021
Sometimes states’ departments of motor vehicles/licensing provide at least a printout of one’s driving record.
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