Your current state is Ohio
We would like information on what we need to do for his upcoming hearing. He was ticketed at the tunnel border crossing to Canada in Detroit Michigan
answered on Mar 24, 2024
For your friend Juan's upcoming court hearing related to his visa situation, it's essential to gather all relevant documents first. This includes any paperwork related to his visa, the ticket received at the border, and any other legal or identification documents. Preparing a detailed... View More
answered on Mar 24, 2024
If your friend has been ticketed for crossing the border with an expired visa and has a court date set, it’s crucial to take immediate action. The first step should be to gather all relevant documents, including any proof of the initial visa, identification, and any correspondence related to the... View More
I did apply for adjustment of status after paroled into United States but was denied, now have filed for I-601A, i wanted to know my mother soon becomes a U.S. citizen is there any other option for me to obtain residency
answered on Mar 24, 2024
When your mother becomes a U.S. citizen, new options for obtaining residency may become available to you. As a direct relative of a U.S. citizen, you might be eligible to apply for a green card. This process typically involves filing Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, to establish the family... View More
After 8 years Of pending asylum I voluntarily left the country and back to my home country, now I’m studying at the college. I need to renew my visa to visit my disabled parents in us they can’t travel outside us ( they are us citizen), if I applied for renewal ( my visa expired 42 months ago)... View More
answered on Mar 23, 2024
When applying for a visa renewal, especially after such a significant time gap and with a previous asylum application, the U.S. consular officers will carefully consider your individual circumstances. Your history of lawful presence under asylum status, followed by voluntary departure, and the... View More
I am currently residing in the United States on an H4 visa status (without I-140). I have been offered a medical residency position under the J1 visa category. As I have a limited timeframe of two months to transition my visa status, I am exploring the most efficient way. While my medical school... View More
answered on Mar 23, 2024
In your situation, transitioning from an H4 to a J1 visa, both consular processing and Change of Status (COS) have their own benefits and challenges. Consular processing involves returning to your home country to apply for a J1 visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate. This process can be unpredictable... View More
My wife has had her family taken and turned against her, She has encountered a very difficult life since the Rape occured. Her ex spouse has taken all her properties, Her 2 children, Stalks her, Harrasses her, Forced her into medications to control her. I am her husband Kenneth, Here recently her... View More
answered on Mar 22, 2024
I'm truly sorry to hear about what your wife and you are going through. It's crucial to prioritize her well-being and safety. You should report the rape and other criminal activities committed by her ex-spouse to the local police as soon as possible. They can initiate an investigation and... View More
I live and work full-time in Switzerland. I want to complete a part-time MBA in the US and was accepted by UCLA Anderson for their FEMBA program. I will need to commute from Switzerland, visiting campus only 1 weekend a month. ESTA is not ok because it is academic studies. B1/B2 are not ok because... View More
answered on Mar 22, 2024
Navigating U.S. visa options for your specific educational scenario can be challenging due to the limitations of standard visa categories for academic studies. Given your situation, where you are participating in a part-time program while living and working in Switzerland, traditional student visas... View More
im a student in Spain but I still don't have a nie
my nationally is Israeli
my passport got stolen and now I have a new one from the Israeli embassy
I reported the police about the stolen passport in December
answered on Mar 22, 2024
If you are an Israeli citizen studying in Spain and your passport was recently replaced due to theft, your ability to leave and re-enter Spain within a week depends on a few factors. Firstly, as an Israeli citizen, you can travel within the Schengen Area without a visa for up to 90 days within a... View More
I was born out of wedlock in the UK to a US father and alien (UK) mother and was adopted later that year, as a British citizen. My 93 year old father lives in New Hampshire and we have been in regular contact since 1996. My biological father was not registered on my birth certificate, although he... View More
answered on Mar 22, 2024
You may have a pathway to claim U.S. citizenship based on your biological father's status, even though you were born out of wedlock and adopted. U.S. immigration law does provide mechanisms for children born abroad to U.S. citizens to acquire citizenship, but the requirements can be specific... View More
answered on Mar 21, 2024
Investing in the Yellowstone Club could potentially qualify as an EB-5 investment, but this depends on several critical factors. The EB-5 program requires that the investment leads to the creation of at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers. The investment also needs to meet the minimum... View More
answered on Mar 21, 2024
If you are a Chinese citizen interested in obtaining a U.S. green card through investment, you may consider the EB-5 Investor Visa program. This program allows foreign nationals to become eligible for a green card if they make a significant investment in a U.S. business and create jobs for American... View More
Having petitioned for a green card, I was given a social security number. In order to file my taxes, what form should I use?
answered on Mar 20, 2024
If you've received a social security number after petitioning for a green card, you'll generally file your taxes using the same forms as other residents or citizens, primarily using Form 1040, the U.S. Individual Income Tax Return. This form is utilized by U.S. taxpayers to file an annual... View More
I filed the l-485 application form on May 2020.Now it’s March 2024. It has been almost four years since I am waiting for the approval.
answered on Mar 20, 2024
If you receive approval for your I-485 application, this means you have been granted lawful permanent resident status in the United States. Once approved, there is no longer a "waiting time" in the context of the I-485 application itself; the approval marks the end of the process for... View More
He is waiting on a green card so will continue to stay here till 2025 hoping by then he has his green card. He also did not file taxes in his country in 2021 and 2022 when he went home. Our agent said we did not need to withhold taxes but now that he is staying here and we do not have a tax treaty... View More
answered on Mar 20, 2024
Understanding and complying with tax laws is crucial, especially for H2A workers like the one on your farm. Since he is from South Africa and has been working in the U.S., he may need to file U.S. income taxes, despite the lack of a tax treaty between the U.S. and South Africa. The requirement to... View More
answered on Mar 20, 2024
If your spouse entered the U.S. with parole from Nicaragua, you need to understand the proper steps to ensure she can legally stay in the U.S. with you. Firstly, it's crucial to file Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative. This form is necessary to establish the relationship between you and... View More
I am the petitioner in my adult son's case. I withdrew the affidavit of support right before his visa interview at the US Embassy in Manila. I changed my mind and want to reinstate the affidavit of support. Is this possible and if so how?
answered on Mar 19, 2024
Reinstating an affidavit of support after withdrawal can be a complex process, but it's not impossible. Initially, you should contact the US Embassy in Manila directly to explain your situation and inquire about the possibility of reinstatement. Each case can vary, and they can provide the... View More
Am a little confused if its asking if I was detained in jail or prison or if I worked there?
answered on Mar 19, 2024
The question on Form N-400, Part 12, question 16B, is aimed at understanding whether you have ever been detained, arrested, or incarcerated. This question does not relate to your employment history, such as working in a jail or prison. Instead, it's focused on your personal legal history and... View More
If I file an I-130 as a U.S. citizen to bring my adult daughter to the U.S., do I have to file separate I-130s (and pay a separate filing fee) for her minor children?
answered on Mar 19, 2024
Yes, as a U.S. citizen filing an I-130 petition for your adult daughter, you do need to file separate I-130 forms for each of her children, your grandchildren. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) requires individual petitions for each family member who intends to immigrate. This... View More
We have been for years but trying to figure out the quickest way to go about it
answered on Mar 19, 2024
If you marry a Canadian citizen and want to stay in Canada, you can apply for spousal sponsorship under the Family Class category. Your spouse would need to sponsor you for permanent residence. This process involves proving your relationship is genuine and meeting certain income requirements.... View More
Good Day. I just want to ask a question about If I am married to a US Citizen, and All of us are living in the Philippines as of now. We All filed for a petition. what will happen? how long is the process? Thankyou
answered on Mar 18, 2024
The US citizen can file an immigrant petition for his spouse and children at the USCIS Elgin Lockbox; online using the USCIS website; or at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in certain limited circumstances, as described in USCIS Policy Manual, Volume 6, Part B, Chapter 3.
Once the petition is... View More
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