I send my immigration package after two weeks, the package will return to me by mail because one of the applications the i-485 was with an expired form, I already completed the new current form and I have to send the package, my question is I have to fill out all the forms again or I can send the... Read more »
Hi there, just add new version of I-485 form to your previously mailed package, you don't have to complete all other forms again. Make sure to place green page ( that was attached to your rejection letter) on top of your submission package. Good luck!
You are considered an applicant for asylum. However, if you entered the U.S. lawfully and you have maintained lawful non- immigrant status then you should indicate that status in your university application.
Good luck to you.
I have a confusion this, which is one of the requirements to submit the form 1-128/Visa fiance K1: "You and your fiancé(e) met each other in person at least once within the 2-year period before you file your petition."
The doubt is:
Do you submit the form I-129 - K1 only after two... Read more »
USCIS is measuring back two (2) years from the date of filing and looking to see if WITHIN that 2-year period you have been in the physical presence of each other (at least once). If the last time you were in each other's physical presence was more than 2 years ago, you must see each other again... Read more »
I fled from war in Cameroon and I would like to seek asylum in the US. I need an attorney in Orlando or Kissimmee that can successfully represent me.
Thank you
Discuss your case with counsel here in central Florida about the facts of your case.
Childs father was put in jail when child was 5, and subsequently deported.child is now 11 years old, they do have contact but via the internet only.he has not provided a penny of support obviously in all this time, i do not even have a physical address out of the country for him. I only care for... Read more »
You should consult with an experienced family law attorney for this information.
Is the daughter eligible for Adjustment of Status if the Mom petitions with I-130? Her tourist visa expires in 4 months. Also, considering applying for a tourist visa extension for another 6 months. Looking into options to avoid travel back to Asia, maybe permanently? Thank you
No
The USCIS deems that a conviction of drug trafficking is a permanent bar to good moral character. While my husband was arrested for drug trafficking 21 years ago, he wasn't "convicted." Rather, he plea bargained and plead down to a possession charge. He served less than a year in a jail (not... Read more »
It depends on the type of drug and how much of it he had. He really needs to consult with an immigration attorney before he moves ahead with this.
I overstayed my visitor s visa for less than 180 days. My husband is a LPR and filed i130 to petition for me, but it hasnt been approved yet. Im currently outside the USA and considering applying for a second visitor s visa to avoid being separated from my husband for too long. If our i130 was... Read more »
Aside from the fact that one should not use a visitor visa with the specific intent to pursue adjustment of status at the time of entering as a visitor, which could result in a fraud allegation at an adjustment of status interview, whether you will be adjustment of status eligible also depends on... Read more »
Of the US the forms were rejected for the children. Am I suppose to filed the I485 for them even though they are not in the US
I485 needs to be filed based on approvals I-130. If your I-130 are rejected, your I-485 for then will not be accepted neither. Sounds like you need an attorney to help you with the procrss
My husband is a self employed programmer who lives in Canada and is Canadian. We have no job offer in the states and not enough money for the investment visa (500.000 $ - 1million).
I’m his wife since 10 years (German citizenship) and we have a little baby with a German and Canadian... Read more »
E visa is a possibility. You are more than to give us a call at 9548925517 for more information.
I am a US citizen. We want to file for him to be able to live in the US with me. What are our options and obstacles?
We never lived together but we did visit each other 2 or 3 times a year. We've been together a total of 3 years.
Consider scheduling a consultation with a competent, experienced immigration attorney. Your options and obstacles depend on the particular facts of your prospective case. If, for example, he has any past negative immigration or criminal history, those facts may pose certain obstacles. There... Read more »
Additional information is needed in order to provide a substantive response. You should likely schedule a consultation with a competent and experienced immigration attorney who can review your case history and documentation to advise you properly. Moreover, you may not wish to discuss online... Read more »
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Im from germany and im here in the usa with a valid non immigrant working visa. My current employer whants to sponsor me and transferring into another non immigrant work visa class. Back in Berlin i had already the interview at the consulate. Do i have to prepare for another one here... Read more »
A request for a change of non- immigrant status does not require an interview with USCIS. You should be in lawful status when the request is made with USCIS.
Because of a missing document the judge couldn’t make an immediate decision at my removal hearing. I mailed the document next day, and about 2 weeks later, I received a copy of the letter ice sent to the judge indicating they received and accepted the document and waive their right to appeal.... Read more »
You can go to the clerk's office and ask for judge's ruling.
I live in the US
You don't need to reapply. Rather, you and your mother could send notification to USCIS (if the petition is still pending there) or to the National Visa Center (if the case is now there) that you have divorced with proof thereof (e.g., divorce judgment). Using the existing petition, they will... Read more »
more facts are needed..is this a foreign national spouse or fiance of a US citizen/green card holder? a parent of US citizen? discuss with counsel about the facts of your case in a free consultation.
I am going through financial difficulties, but always tried to find my way out. I submitted a N400 application with the fee waiver form I912. However, after I had sent off the form, my sister sent me the money to pay the application fee. I called the post office to stop the mail from being... Read more »
Wait until a decision is made on the application/fee waiver. If it is approved, you can give the money back to your sister. If not, you can refile with the fee.
The current registered agent to an LLC was deported to Cuba. They'd like to ammend the registered agent, how can go about this?
Go to https://dos.myflorida.com/sunbiz/ and find the form to change the registered agent. I would be very surprised if it can't be done without regard to where the registered agent is currently located.
My mother has a green card. My stepfather is a US citizen and I got my green card from him. Do I have to wait 3 years or 5 years to become a US citizen?
The "3-year rule" applies to a permanent resident applying for naturalization who is married to and living with a U.S. Citizen. So, unless you would be basing your own naturalization application on your marriage to and cohabitation with a U.S. Citizen, notwithstanding how you obtained your... Read more »
I am married to an american citizen for 10 years prior to coming to the US, in 2018, on an L1-A (manager transfer) visa. I received my green card last December of 2019 after a petition for alien relative.
I understand naturalization has a 3 years wait time before applying, after obtaining... Read more »
Unfortunately, no. The 3-year clock regarding eligibility for naturalization under INA § 319(a) begins as of the date you acquired U.S. legal permanent resident status.
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