I'm having difficulty completing the USCIS Citizenship application. I'm required to give details of every time I've EVER been cited by a law enforcement officer.
I can only roughly remember the date I got a speeding ticket last summer. I've been cited 3 other times over... Read more »
answered on Feb 10, 2023
Sometimes citations come up in the court system so you can start there (either searching online or going in person and asking clerk to search your name for citations). If that does not work you could try asking the DMV for your driving record and seeing if they come up (or maybe even your... Read more »
He lives in Colombia though and is unable to return to Venezuela to get a police record that shows he is not a criminal. Would this not allow him to come to America and marry me? He also does not have access to a Venezuelan embassy
answered on Jun 1, 2022
This may create complications, but it’s unclear. Some attorneys may be able to provide assistance, but it can take more of a commitment by the clients.
Hi, I am looking for an Immigration attorney with expertise in Marijuana related offense, need to file a waiver. I-485 based petition.
answered on Mar 1, 2022
You should immediately speak to an immigration lawyer and discuss the details surrounding the marijuana related offense as said details will determine whether you are even eligible for a waiver. Not only can a conviction for certain marijuana offenses render you inadmissible and therefore... Read more »
My husband is from the UK here on a tourist visa. What forms do I need to fill out so he can stay??
answered on Jan 18, 2022
No attorney will guide anyone remotely by way of a remote paragraph to handle such a complex issue as an adjustment of status for an immediate foreign national family member without any review and knowledge of the matter.
We have filled out forms I-130, I-130a, I-485, I-864, I-765.
answered on Jan 18, 2022
As soon as USCIS issues a file #, your husband becomes a C-9 beneficiary. He can be present in the US until USCIS adjudicates the I-485. There are 2 final outcomes: Either the application is approved and he receives the green card. Or if it is denied, he could leave the country or appeal.
answered on Jan 11, 2022
In my opinion after a removal for several aggravated felonies convictions the chances of being permitted for admission to the United States are nil, notwithstanding the legal status of immediate family members in the U.S.
I entered the US this time on a B1/B2 visa and I wasn't working at the time I got married to my wife and we filed for Adjustment of Status and EAD in June 2019. She made enough money to complete form I-864 on her own. on August 2019 my EAD got approved and I have been working using that EAD... Read more »
answered on Aug 23, 2021
Yes. As long as you are authorized to accept employment your income may be used as household income.
My 10 year green card expires is 2025 (Swedish citizenship). I just got a remote job opportunity as a full time contractor for a Canadian company. Can I legally be paid by them and not run into issues? I will be living in the US still.
answered on Jul 9, 2021
As a green card holder you can take whatever job you wish. Make sure you get advice on tax implications in the two countries.
I don't have the 2 year residency required on mine.
answered on Apr 19, 2021
There are two types of J1 visa’s. One with a two-year home residency requirement which requires you to return home after the expiration of your stay, and the other one is without the two-year home residency requirement. So more facts would be needed to know.
answered on Jan 11, 2021
This can be viewed as visa abuse, where you can return. An abused B2 visa may result in review on renewal. Remaining in excess of six months may result in delay at a future primary inspection at an airport, even exclusion from the U.S.
A future admission may be denied based upon the... Read more »
She is on visitor's visa.
answered on Jan 11, 2021
You can file for another extension before the date of the extension you first requested. BUT you should make sure that the reasons for the extension is extremely good BECAUSE should the extension be denied (first or second one), your mom's visitor visa will be automatically revoked and it will... Read more »
I am a first year PhD student on an F1 visa. If I receive a job offer from an NGO or university, and my change of status petition to H1B or an EB visa is denied, will I loose my F1 status and have to leave the country? My F1 visa is currently valid for 3 more years.
answered on Oct 16, 2020
If your visa is otherwise still valid, the denial of your change of status application will not cancel your F1 visa.
Will I be permanently barred from the us...I am an artist and i dont have a criminal record I just need help with a work visa so I can provide more stability for my family
answered on Oct 16, 2020
Marrying a US citizen or LPR can be a pathway to lawful permanent residence. You might have to return to your native country to attend a visa interview and you might need a waiver to overcome your unlawful presence—the bar of which you speak.
I was convicted in a Military Court (General Court Martial); of Obstruction of Justice and Conduct Unbecoming of a NCO on a charge of marijuana drug trafficking across the US/Mexico border back in July 1996 while serving in the Us Marine Corps. I served one year in a military brig. I have not... Read more »
answered on Oct 2, 2020
This is an aggravated felony. You are not entitled to citizenship. I do not suggest you apply because it may trigger removal proceedings.
I came over illegally in America and was recently married to American woman who passed away n immigration has found out that that I’m still illegal does the binding contract of marriage license go Void because they were and are still illegal?
answered on Aug 27, 2020
When a spouse dies the marriage is considered terminated by death. The illegal spouse is still illegal.
answered on Aug 27, 2020
Sorry but I do not understand your question. Try rewording it.
Since Venezuela does not currently have working consulates in the US where I could renew my passport, can I apply for a I-131 travel document that would replace my passport if I intend to travel overseas, Europe for example? I will also be eligible to apply for naturalization in September. Would... Read more »
answered on Jul 10, 2020
An expired passport will not effect your NATZ application.
Yes, you may apply fo a travel document.
I am married to an abusive man and have been for 21 years. He got me my green card. I have 2 adult children who are citizens. I work and have never broken the law. I want to stay in the US but divorce this man. I do not want to become a citizen. Is it possible for me to divorce him and maintain... Read more »
answered on Mar 16, 2020
Your permanent resident status that has been issued to you will not end if you are granted a divorce from your U.S. citizen. You have been married for 21 years and you can provide proof of your bona fide marital relationship if your marriage is ever questioned by USCIS.
You also are not... Read more »
Hey,
I got my green-card based on marriage and i got divorce 4 months ago because of different factors. We were married for 2 years and 8 months and my first greencard issued for 10 years.
Now after my divorce i Got married to my best friend and apply for his greencard . He is... Read more »
answered on Mar 10, 2020
If you have a ten year green card, and your husband has separate status, I'm confused as to why you are filling out any sort of marriage based application for either of you. Does he (new husband) not have a green card? If he has a PhD can he not self-petition? If he can go that route, that is... Read more »
I wouldn’t go to the country where I’m claiming persecution from. Just other countries but without applying for a refugee travel document
answered on Jan 14, 2020
Yes you can travel with passport and green card ( you don't need refugee travel document if you have a passport from your country).
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