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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law and Tax Law for Louisiana on
Q: Can I send my 2022 tax transcripts as supporting document for Affidavit of Support i-864 filing before 2023 tax session

Hi, I'm a LPR and, we are trying to concurrently file I-130 and I-485( for my husband.) And I know I will need to send Affidavit of Support i-864 along with I485. And I'm also the sponsor for him. But my concern is that is it fine to send 2022 tax transcripts which I filled for few day... Read more »

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Mar 2, 2023

As a sponsor for your husband's Affidavit of Support (Form I-864), you are required to provide evidence of your income from the most recent tax year. If you have already filed your 2022 tax return and have access to your tax transcripts, you can include them as supporting documents for your... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Louisiana on
Q: I am helping my friend get a green-card. He is married to a natural (born in USA) citizen and has 3 children's with her.

He did NOT enter the USA with a VISA. He is from Central America. He has never been in trouble with the law. He has been here for 17 years. He speaks English and he works steadily and has never received any assistance. He has an expired passport but can go to Consulate and have it renewed. I want... Read more »

Monica E Rottermann
Monica E Rottermann
answered on Jan 16, 2023

While it is kind of you to want to assist your friend with his immigration paperwork, there is much more to applying for a green card than simply filling out forms. He must actually be eligible for the benefits he is seeking and if he not eligible and applies he will not only be losing the money... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Louisiana on
Q: How long does it take to petition a Filipino child under 21? I'm a US Citizen
Karol Dezwager Brown
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answered on Jan 13, 2023

The minor child of a US citizen is an immediate relative. That means that there is no wait for a visa to become available. If your child is in the United States legally, you can file an I-130 Petition for Alien Relative and an I-485 Application to Adjust Status. This process is currently taking... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Louisiana on
Q: When can we expect to get written proof after sending a I-130 withdrawal request to USCIS?

We have sent a request of withdrawing the I-130 to USCIS more than a month ago. After wanting to expedite this request they said they cannot do it and it is going to be processed like the I-130 petition. The processing time will be the same as for the petition itself. On the internet they usually... Read more »

Monica E Rottermann
Monica E Rottermann
answered on Aug 24, 2022

There is nothing you can do to make USCIS process the withdrawal faster and there is no set deadline for USCIS to send an acknowledgment. But once the withdrawal has been received by USCIS it is effective as of that date. You can try following up on the acknowledgment by submitting an E-request... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law, Civil Rights, Education Law and Juvenile Law for Louisiana on
Q: The teacher calls my son stupid cos.he doesn't speak English
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on May 11, 2022

Make an appointment with the Principal

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law and Civil Rights for Louisiana on
Q: can my parents deport me at 18? can the uae embassy come get me?

we moved here 5 years ago our asylum got accepted waiting on green cards. and i go to school and work.

don’t have a green card or citizenship

Kevin L Dixler
Kevin L Dixler
answered on Mar 8, 2022

The UAE cannot engage in kidnapping, so no, it can’t come and get you unless there is a warrant out for your arrest. If so, there must be a formal extradition process, so again, no, the UAE probably cannot do anything unless it violates your human rights.

Again, if you are uncomfortable...
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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Louisiana on
Q: I751 waiver pending for 9 years n400 scheduled for testing and interview?

I got married in 2010 and I had my 2 years gc in 2011. Filled i751 in 2013 and got divorced (after a year) in 2014. My case was pending over 3 years then I recieved a letter from uscis for more proof of my marriage. I sent them everything I had I added my divorced letter.

They switched my... Read more »

Agnes Jury
Agnes Jury
answered on Jan 19, 2022

Check out this video from USCIS as to naturalization: https://www.uscis.gov/citizenship/learn-about-citizenship/the-naturalization-interview-and-test

Your citizenship interview will also include questions about your I-751 application.

Best wishes!

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Louisiana on
Q: I am citizen of IRAQ entered USA legally in 1994 and after arrival I applied to asylum but my application had been dined

My status now is final removal under supervision. Is there any chance for me to adjust my status and cancellation deportation and be able to apply for permanent resident. Thank you very much.

Alexander Ivakhnenko
Alexander Ivakhnenko
answered on Oct 6, 2021

It appears that you have let your case go without necessary legal assistance:

1. Even generally, from the beginning an asylum applicant must carefully prepare one's case on applicable legitimate grounds and assemble corroborative evidence as the burden of proof lies on Applicant to...
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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets, Criminal Law and Immigration Law for Louisiana on
Q: Can I get a ticket in the mail if police didn't see me leave my son alone for some minutes in AC- car?

I had left my 3 year old son alone in car with AC on, a tablet to play with but I had the key inside and driver's side unlocked. I went for about 10 minutes. Some people saw him, called the cops and brought him out of the car. I came out and saw him with them. It really was stupid of me. I... Read more »

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Sep 5, 2021

Yes they can still charge you. If you get charged, hire juvenile court lawyer.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Louisiana on
Q: how to go about getting someone from mexico legal papers

i've been married to him for 17yrs

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Apr 26, 2021

If you're a US citizen and he entered the USA with a visa, then you can sponsor him for a green card despite his overstay.

3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Louisiana on
Q: how to go about getting legal paper for someone from mexico
Agnes Jury
Agnes Jury
answered on Apr 26, 2021

An attorney would need a lot more information to be able to answer your question. I suggest you start with the USCIS website: https://www.uscis.gov/green-card. Best wishes!

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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Louisiana on
Q: How long to get a green card if married to an American citizen in Louisiana what are the laws requirements and steps
Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Nov 13, 2020

If you entered the USA legally, then your US citizen spouse can sponsor you for a green card. There are numerous forms and documents that you need to file and the process takes about 13 months to complete. I suggest you work with an attorney. Counsel in any state can represent you both.

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Immigration Law for Louisiana on
Q: My spouse dumped me right after receiving their green card. What legal options do I have?

About a year ago, I started to become suspicious that I was being used for a green card. I thought my suspicions were ridiculous, and so I ignored them. Then, a day after receiving the green card, my spouse dumped me. What should I do?

Edit: My spouse just received the green card with the... Read more »

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Sep 24, 2020

Divorce your spouse and call immigration.

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1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law, Personal Injury and Immigration Law for Louisiana on
Q: Can I sue if I was bit by a dog where I was working in exchange for room and board? The injury later caused an absess

The absess was staph and another worker had staph there. I was hospitalized for a week and was bed ridden for 6 weeks. In addition I am also an undocumented immigrant from Canada. I moved to the USA on a 3 year work visa and overstayed 10 years ago. I've resided In USA for 13 years. I lost... Read more »

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Mar 30, 2020

I think you mean that you were bitten 23 Nov 2019, not 2020. Did you have pasturella or staph? Go get a certified copy of your medical records and bill and hire a personal injury lawyer no later than 23 Oct 2020.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Louisiana on
Q: Can I answer ''Yes'' to the question ''Do you have an approved Form I-140 as an alien worker?'' on my relatives' I-944?

I got my I-140 approved for an EB-1A and I'm filing I-485 and I-944 for me and my relatives. Can I select ''Yes'' when answering the question ''Do you have an approved Form I-140 as an alien worker?'' on my relatives' I-944? I know I must say Yes... Read more »

Adan Vega
Adan Vega
answered on Mar 20, 2020

If you are the beneficiary of an approved FORM I-140, then the response to PART 4 #1 of the FORM I-944 that you are preparing on your behalf is “yes”.

The response to the FORM I-944 on behalf of each of your relatives depends on whether they are also named beneficiaries of a separate...
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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Louisiana on
Q: Cleared USCIS interview. Rejected as of overstay of 48 days on medical ground, even after completing 5 years at US.Guid

Sir, need your guidance on immigration related issue.

My mother, who is 75 years of age. She is in USA since 2011 on Green Card (Permanent Residency).

This year she had her 3’rd Citizenship interview, which she cleared after lot of hard work, at this age.

The point is,... Read more »

Kevin L Dixler
Kevin L Dixler
answered on Feb 23, 2020

The USCIS accepts all completed applications. It is up to the applicant to decide whether to apply. The applicant should know the law before they file for citizenship by naturalization. The USCIS charges for the time to research and review the applicant's qualifications.

If the...
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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Louisiana on
Q: Will it help my boyfriend’s visa application if he were to adopt my daughter in process as well?

My boyfriend is an citizen of and living in Venezuela. We are about to start US visa process for him to come here.

Adan Vega
Adan Vega
answered on Feb 12, 2020

If you are not married to your boyfriend and you are a U.S. citizen then you can file the FORM I-129F with USCIS to commence the process for K-1 visa.

An adoption of your child may have a minimal consequence with the K-1 visa process.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Louisiana on
Q: My fiance is here on a k1 visa. we have 90 days to get married. friends say louisiana law will not allow us to marry.

friends say we are wasting our time and if we get married louisiana will not approve our marriage licsense. they say we will have to get married in texas. we have all documents required and translated into english as required. is this true? if so what can do?

Kevin L Dixler
Kevin L Dixler
answered on Jan 10, 2020

If your husband is lawfully present in the U.S., then he should be allowed to marry you. Ignore your friends. Check with Parish Officials and the internet for the required documentation. If you are confused, schedule an appointment with a competent and experienced immigration attorney before... Read more »

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Louisiana on
Q: will louisiana recognize my marriage to my fiance in k1 visa?

we have 90 days. we have all documents

Kevin L Dixler
Kevin L Dixler
answered on Jan 10, 2020

If you petitioned your fiancé, he was admitted into the U.S., and you marry each other within 90 days, then he can file for adjustment of status. You will need to make sure that you present all required and needed documents and forms, as well. If you are confused, or more evidence is required,... Read more »

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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Louisiana on
Q: I applied for to replace my I-94 I lost a few years ago because I'm adjusting my status.

I applied for to replace my I-94 I lost a few years ago because I'm adjusting my status. They recently mailed me a letter saying I need a police report. It wasn't stolen I lost it, do i need to get a police report to prove it was lost?

Hector E. Quiroga
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answered on Oct 14, 2019

You ought to be able to draft a statement saying you lost it.

Also, if your green card was issued after April 2013, you might be able to access it online.

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