Florida Immigration Law Questions & Answers
Q: I’m a us citizen Filed application to bring step child have been waiting for two years and 1/2 to hear if she approved
It is not clear from your question whether you are waiting for the I 130 to be approved or whether your case is stuck in consular processing. I suggest that you provide more information to an experienced immigration lawyer so that they can assist you in finding out about the delay, making an... Read more »
Q: Hello! I was pending i-539 application to change my B-2 to F-1 visa. However while waiting I got married and me and my
husband applied for green card. I thought my i-539 will be canceled automatically, but it never happened. Yesterday I got the evidence request for F-1 visa mail, so my application is still pending. Tell me please, what should I do to cancel my i-539 application.
Consider scheduling a consultation with a competent immigration attorney to go over in detail all facets of your case. Generally speaking, however, if you no longer have any intent of pursuing F-1 status and so long as there are no inadmissibility issues in connection with your "green card" case,... Read more »
Q: Hi my mom is Canadian citizen she overstayed since July 2017 due to helping Me with my newborn. At beginning we
Do not know as Canadian Only allow to stay for six months since there is no visa on the passport. After finding that out we also learned that she might not able to come back for 10 years if she leaves. So she stayed instead . surprisingly In 2018 she was able to renew her drivers license with... Read more »
If you have not already consulted with an experienced immigration attorney, you should likely do so. The 10-year penalty of which you speak is triggered upon departure. If you are a U.S. Citizen and if your mother has the intent to immigrate to the United States, there may be a way to legalize... Read more »
Q: K1 visa question about income
At my fiancees K1 visa interview he was told that I (the us sponsor) does not make enough money to be his sponsor, even tho I make above the required amount, I believe they will not accept it because I am on disablitlity . I was able to get an amount raised to put into my savings. will this be... Read more »
You should retain counsel here in Florida to represent you from start to finish so that your case will be handled without delay or complications.
Q: Can a Cuban Asylee apply to the Green Card by the Cuban Adjustment Act or does he need to apply as a regular Asylee?
The Cuban presented himself at a border point on the border with Mexico and requested asylum, was detained in a migration center for 3 months, went to trial, won the case and was released as an asylee.
Does this apply as "inspected and admitted or paroled" ?
The answer to your question depends on whether the individual in question was inspected and admitted or paroled. The individual should schedule a consultation with a competent immigration attorney and bring copies of all immigration documentation issued to him or her.
Q: is it quicker getting an immigration lawyer to get my husband here to the us
Nothing is quick. However, due to the complications and challenges in seeking conditional and permanent resident status the process should be quicker to work with an attorney. That is, unless the attorney is inexperienced or is paid too little to effectively and efficiently complete the process.... Read more »
Q: I were admitted at UNF as a student with F-1 visa (I was seeking for it), but while waiting the interview I got married
And we applied for green card. So now I can’t be an F-1 student anymore and I’m confused about my admission. can I study? And if I can what rights I’ll have? (Paying like an international student or resident?)
My university can’t answer me on that and they are saying I need to talk... Read more »
As advised by your University, you should contact an immigration lawyer for assistance.
Q: Citizenship
im planning to apply for my n400 but my situation is kinda complicated ..i obtained my LPR thru waiver i was emotionally abused by my ex husband been permanent resident for (5yrs.) we divorced (oct2015) grounds for my adultery i didn’t fight him anymore bcoz i just want to be divorced and get out... Read more »
You should schedule a consultation with a competent immigration attorney who can evaluate in privacy all aspects of your case. In addition to making sure that you satisfy all requirements for naturalization, one would want to make sure that any "admissions" in your divorce case do not contradict... Read more »
Q: Hi, I was on H1 and got lay off so before end of 60 days of grace period I applied for B2 visa. What are other options?
Can I apply for F1?
If you are otherwise eligible, you can apply for an F1, yes. As with any nonimmigrant visa, you must show that you are eligible for the visa and that you will return to your country of origin at the end of your course of study.
Q: Me and my partner are not married.we have a daughter she is a us citizen..can she claim him..she is a minor.
He is illegal here..
The United States Citizen child can petition his/her parent after 21 years of age. You should consult with an experienced immigration attorney to make sure your partner meets all other eligibility requirements.
Q: I am on J1 visa (J1 waiver) and have applied to get an O3 for husbands O1, will I have to leave my J1 instantly upon O3.
I am on J1 visa (J1 waiver) and have applied to get an O3 for husbands O1 and will get an answer soon from the USCIS on its approval. Will that mean I would have to leave my J1 based employment immediately, once it is approved. Or will I get any grace time to leave my current job and move with him.... Read more »
O3 visa holders are not permitted to work. If you have filed an I 539 to change your status from J1 to O3 and that form is approved, then legally you can be here in O3 status. However, in order to activate the visa and get the stamp in your passport, you usually have to consular process and have... Read more »
Q: What do I do if my green card is about to expire and they ask me for extra documents to approve my citizenship app???
I had my citizenship interview today and I passed my civics test. But, the officer was really rude and wanted more documents which I could not provide at that time. In the notice did not say that I needed to bring any documents. She was even asking me for dates of birth of my husbands ex wife.... Read more »
Based on the information you provided the documents requested are typical. Had you had an attorney the attorney would have provided the documents with your initial application. What you need to do is provide the documents requested and the information requested.
It sounds like the officer... Read more »
Q: Any advice on a pending i485 petition through marriage to a US citizen with financial abuse from spouse?
Been married 8 months and he petitioned for me for my green card but we moved to another place because he got a new job, and right after we moved he told me I needed to give him twice as much more money as before if I wanted to continue living with him. It came as a surprise to me because I have... Read more »
Your best bet is to discuss all these concerns with a marriage counsellor or a divorce lawyer.
Q: Can you change a tourist visa to a work visa if offered a job while in us from Israel?
The answer to your question is not so simple. There is no generic work visa. You can be sponsored by an employer for a visa but which type of visa depends on your skill set and a number of other factors.
Your best bet would be to make an appointment with an experienced immigration lawyer... Read more »
Q: An Israeli on a tourist visa already had 6 month extension. Here 1year. Can switch to work visa?
My daughter met this man and been dating 2 months. She can get him a job. Doesn’t want to marry him just to keep him here in us, but wants to pursue this relationship
No he cannot work while here on a tourist visa. That would be illegal and a violation of the terms of his visa. Without more information about his skill set, etc., I cannot tell you if he would be eligible for any other type of visa that would allow him to work. I would suggest that you make an... Read more »
Q: How have I change my last name in my immigration documents after marriage? Do I need to go in my country embassy?
Immigration law
It is not clear from your question if you are asking how to change your name in your passport, your green card or both. If you wish to change your last name in your passport, you would need to apply for that change with your country's embassy or consulate in the U.S. if you are in the process of... Read more »
Q: My daughter is Dating an Israeli for 2 months. His tourist visa expires 2 months. How can he stay longer
He can apply for a six month extension on Form I-539.
Q: If I received a Final Order of Removal in absentia, and departed after receiving the order, can I still file an MTR?
If I received a Final Order of Removal in absentia, and departed after receiving the order, can I still file an MTR?
Motions to reopen Orders of Removal in Absentia are very complicated and must be handled by an experienced immigration attorney. A Motion to reopen based on lack of proper notice can be filed anytime. This means that a motion may also be filed after a person has departed the US. I suggest that... Read more »
Q: Can a LPR file an I-130 & I-485 for a spouse that is in the U.S on a tourist visa?
The LPR was sponsored by a U.S. citizen relative and has been in the U.S. for almost 4 years. Her spouse resides overseas and visits her regularly on his tourist visa. Recently the LPR was diagnosed with stage 3 cancer and requires immediate treatment, so, her spouse got to the U.S. right away to... Read more »
Generally no, because the I-130 won't be current to file for Adjustment of Status. However, the spouse can file a visitor visa extension if they need to stay longer than six months. You should contact an experienced immigration attorney for help.
Q: I would like to know if I will get dual citizenship of my boyfriend after marriage
I would like to know if I will get dual citizenship of my boyfriend after marriage. I'm Israel citizen, in USA two years and waiting for resident card. My boyfriend have dual citizenship: usa and uk. If we'll married will I have multiple citizenship (also he)?
No. Unless they were born here, everyone seeking citizenship in the United States must apply and go through the lengthy process. The same is true for most if not all civilized countries. Some nations do not allow or recognize "dual citizenships." Being married to someone from a different country... Read more »
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