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My father filed a petition for me under the CCA Section 320 and I immigrated to the US 19 days before my 18th birthday. I have since applied for a US Passport and the office is requesting the following:
Evidence that shows I was in the sole or joint legal and physical custody of my US... View More 
answered on Sep 14, 2021
" Evidence that shows I was in the sole or joint legal and physical custody of my US citizen parent pursuant to lawful admission for permanent residence such as a custody decree or the death certificate of my non-US citizen parent. "
You may consider sworn legal notarized... View More
USCIS sent me a notice stating i need to file i-824 for them to forward my case to the NVC because on the i-130 i had chosen the adjustment of status route but i ended up leaving the USA. Im so disappointed, i-824 will add about 550 dollars to the cost of the immigration process. Is it possible to... View More
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answered on Aug 27, 2021
Hello, Form I-864 is a requirement when adjusting status in the US. If you would have chosen the consular process in your I-130, you would have to submit the I-864 directly to the NVC. In either scenario, the I-864 is required.
My wife is an adult, her father born in texas move out to Mexico then return to work here and finally died in Mexico in 2010
answered on Aug 27, 2021
Citizenship and Naturalization can be the most complicated area of the INA. Whether you wife is a USC depends on the date she was born and her father's time living in the USA. She may also have acquired her citizenship through her grandparent(s) if her father did not meet the residency... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2021
If your daughter was born out of wedlock, and claiming that she acquired U.S. citizenship at the time of her birth, and she was born after Nov. 14, 1986, she must demonstrate:
That you - her father - were physically present in the United States for 5 years, at least 2 of which were after... View More
The parents approved the relationship they have been together for about 3 years her parents would pick him up and he could stay the night.
answered on Aug 19, 2021
Probably not, see:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ages_of_consent_in_the_United_States#Florida
But whether or not her parents approved really has nothing to do with it.
I have tried calling and doing an expedite process but I got rejected. My work permit expired January, please any guidance. I don’t even have money to pay someone to help me because I can’t wooork!
answered on Aug 18, 2021
Did you timely apply to extend your EAD? If you did so the receipt should indicate that your EAD was automatically extended.
He has been in jail for about two years. He is still fighting his case. We have posted his bail yesterday even at the Volusia county jail and he does have a immigration hold. The 48 hours should be up tomorrow evening. What do we do if they do not release him tomorrow evening. Can someone please... View More
answered on Aug 6, 2021
If not released he or someone on his behalf needs to contact the LEA Officer in Charge at the jail.
Many more facts are needed to know whether he has a defense to removal from the United States.
answered on Jul 31, 2021
No, you must be a naturalized U. S. citizen to petition your parents. In addition, your parents must be admissible and cannot bring their underage children as derivatives.
He wasn't showed up and he new that was the final hearing and now he filed a petition against the magistrate 's decision and even wrote to USCIS after my i-751 was approved without him involved and i got my green card can that change anything on my case please?
answered on Jul 29, 2021
In Family Court, a party can file exceptions to a Magistrate's report within ten days after the report is signed by the magistrate. Then the exceptions are heard by the Judge and a transcript must be provided so the Judge can make a determination on whether or not the exceptions will be... View More
I can not apply for OPT as I graduate long time ago. I want to avail my OPT to start a job.
answered on Jul 26, 2021
If it is not an option for you, it would help to look elsewhere for other path. Consult with a local attorney.
I’m able to get a Portuguese passport could it be possible to self deport get my Portuguese citizenship and come back once a while to visit family and friends? Or would there be a problem since I had show illegal entry to the states before. I would like to add I was brought to the states when I... View More
answered on Jul 24, 2021
Voluntary departure won't change the fact there was overstayed or authorized stay that triggered immigration bar. But depending on your circumstances, there could be waiver available to you. You should definitely consult with an experienced attorney.
answered on Jul 12, 2021
Student Visa allows you to work in school part time. You can take exams because taking exam is not employment.
I had Green Card but was not living in the USA. When I came in December 2017, I was stopped by CBP at the airport and after lots of paperwork and hours, got a Parole Card and documents related to Removal Proceedings. I was given a NTA that said that date, time and place were "to be... View More
answered on Jul 1, 2021
Consider scheduling a consultation with an experienced immigration attorney who may be able to make some inquiries on your behalf.
I've already changed several addresses without reporting USCIS about that. Does it lower my chances of getting citizenship and what do I need to do now?
Thank you
answered on Jun 23, 2021
It won't affect your chance of becoming US citizen. Not reporting change of address may lead to loss of communication from USCIS. That's about it.
Will my husband be able to come here while we do this ? The i-130 and other documents are paid for and already approved. we are awaiting interview with the consular office but we would like to switch to AOS. Can he come here and start this process?
answered on Jun 23, 2021
Unless your husband has a visa he will not b e admitted into the USA.
Consular processing requires an immigrant visa application be completed online. I assume you have done this.
Adjustment of Status in the USA requires a pending I-485. I assume you have not filed an I-485.
I have a Florida DL for more than 35 years, Had a green card, broke the law and now have an Order of Supervision indefinite. Each year I report to ICE, apply for EAD renew and than get DL. I know the law chances all the time but since COVID. I sent for my EAD back in March 2020, still have not... View More
answered on Jun 19, 2021
What documents are required in order to renew your license is a question for the DMV. Your EAD may be automatically extended based on USCIS actions taken during COVID. More information is needed. I suggest you consult an experienced immigration attorney or do your own research and/or contact the... View More
New update on my situation. So a worker I hired to paint my house got bit by my chihuahua shitzu mix dog is from Another country, doesn’t have a green card and is here on asylum. Would they still be able to file a lawsuit against me?
On spouse beneficiary.. i tried $400/$500/$550 and got rejected but someone told its free all you need is to send it with i-485 receipt but I didn’t receive one, I received that they will need me to submit i-693 form(medical exam) when they send me an interview for i-485 .. what should i do ??
answered on Jun 15, 2021
You need to talk with an attorney ASAP. It sounds as if you are being rejected because something is missing. Don't submit a fourth time without at least talking with a lawyer who can look at all the documents and your specific situation. Justia has a lawyers directory and so does the American... View More
He arrived with a K1 visa been married 2 years
answered on Jun 13, 2021
Florida is no fault state, meaning if the marriage is irretrievably broken, judge may grant a divorce. Filing TPs and work permit should not affect divorce.
I have my dad who lives overseas he's coming soon to USA , and he's married to a two women they will accept it or not and what we should do.
answered on Jun 10, 2021
You should talk with a lawyer as soon as possible. Your question has a lot of issues and so please check the directory on Justia or the American Immigration Lawyers Association for an attorney.
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