So the US immigration service will recognize any marriage performed anywhere in the world as valid, as long as the marriage where performed, is recognized as valid. So if there seems to be any doubt that the service and ceremony that will be performed in the country in the Middle East will be... View More

Yes, you would have to file a motion to terminate with the immigration court and also serve the motion on the Department of Homeland Security along with your evidence. You should be aware though that despite no longer being in the United States, case law does allow the judge to issue a removal... View More

Most U.S. Embassies provide services and assistance to green card holders, though I am not certain what you mean by protection. Also if you originally came to the United States as a refugee you should not return to the country of your persecution, or your green card could be revoked if the United... View More

Yes, you are more likely now than in the past to be sent to secondary and questioned on your lengthy absence from the United States. You should be prepared to provide an explanation for your absence and ideally have evidence of the cause for the absence as well as proof of your continued ties to... View More

Yes, you are required to file a change of address (Form E-33) with the immigration court and serve it on the Department of Homeland Security within 5 days of changing your address. https://respondentaccess.eoir.justice.gov/en/forms/eoir33ic/

The consequences for failing to update your... View More

To remove the conditions on your residency status you would only have had to file Form I-751, you are not required to file Form I-90 at that stage. Perhaps you misread the notice you received regarding why your I-90 was being denied.

In terms of late filing an I-751, USCIS has the ability... View More

L1visa is best if you already work for a multinational company with a U.S. branch, as it offers a clear path to a green card (especially through L1-A → EB-1C). The O1 visa is ideal if you have extraordinary achievements in AI (e.g., patents, awards, publications) since it allows you to... View More

Consider scheduling a consultation with a competent and experienced immigration attorney. Typically, one who has entered using a visitor visa is admitted for 6 months. If you were hoping to marry on a date that is more than 6 months from her entry date, she would necessarily enter a period of... View More

If someone enters the U.S. on a tourist visa with an honest intent to visit but later chooses to stay—such as after an engagement—adjustment of status may be an option. However, entering with a concealed intent to remain permanently could present legal complications. While intent is largely... View More

Yes! you can apply for f2 visa and you can get your f2 visa.

Required Documents and process for F2 visa:

1. Separate I-20 for dependents.

2. Valid I-20 visa and passport of Primary applicant.

3. Valid student status of Primary applicant.

4. Proof of funding... View More

Your inquiry regarding the denial of your citizenship application, potentially linked to 2015 drug charges resolved through the PC 1000 program, involves a nuanced intersection of California criminal law and federal immigration law.

Under California Penal Code Section 1000, successful... View More

A valid foreign passport should suffice to board a domestic flight in the United States. This is not to say, however, particularly if you have no valid underlying immigration status or that status has expired, that immigration officials would not question you if called over by the TSA agent who is... View More

If you are on supervised probation, you need permission from your probation officer or the judge to leave Maryland. This is a standard condition of supervised probation. You will also need to see if there any restrictions in being allowed into Turkey with a conviction which depends on the laws... View More

Your conditional green card will allow you to exit and enter the United States for vacation trips. You should not stay out of the country for more than six months at a time, and you should bring your conditional green card with you at all times as well as your passport. As long as the conditional... View More

If you were the victim of emotional or physical spousal abuse, then you could file an independent petition for a green card under the violence against woman act. The success of an application would depend upon the unique facts of your case. If he was an alcoholic, and he was threatening to withhold... View More

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It sounds like you're facing a few challenges, but you're on the right track by seeking assistance from an experienced immigration lawyer. A lawyer with years of experience in USCIS visa applications should be able to take over your case and guide you through the process, ensuring... View More

No, as part of the I-751 petition you are not required to file a new I-864, affidavit of support, so there are no income requirements to be met. The purpose of the I-751 is to ascertain if you remain in a good faith marriage with your spouse and you will be required to submit proof of the continued... View More

A 2012 civil ordinance violation for drug paraphernalia, while seemingly minor, could potentially impact your naturalization process. USCIS considers your moral character over the statutory period, typically the five years preceding your application. While a single, isolated incident without a... View More

The citizenship application asks if you owe any overdue taxes, and you may be asked about tax filing history, as part of the good moral character determination. Depending on the officer you may also be asked to provide copies of your taxes/tax transcripts for the past 5 years and the officer may... View More

You do the best that you can based upon your best recollection. Estimates where nothing else is available is wise. Use a calendar; sometimes, that can help. Some prefer to work with experienced counsel to suggest ways to get more precise information to answer some questions on the forms.... View More