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My fiancé is from Egypt and I am a US citizen. We meet all the requirements in the Fiancé visa but we didn’t met because meeting before marriage violates our cultural and religious values. What can I do about this.
answered on Feb 26, 2020
The first page of the instructions of the FORM I-129F indicates that you are required to meet your fiance unless you can establish that meeting your fiancé in person will (1) violate strict and long - established customs of your fiance’s foreign culture /social practice or (2) result in extreme... View More
I have a clean background no crimes at all
answered on Oct 8, 2019
Absolutely. You might very possibly be eligible for a U visa. This takes lots of supporting evidence but if you can prove that the seriousness of your injuries and your helpfulness to the law enforcement agencies you will be well on your way to potentially qualifying for a U visa. We can help.... View More
My husband is from Colombia and became a conditional permanent resident in the United States in December of 2017. He will file his I-751 next week. He was accepted into a university for his Master's degree in Spain and we want to go so I can also learn Spanish. The program is January to June... View More
answered on Oct 3, 2019
He shouldn’t have any issues; however, he should take all evidence that he is not abandoning residence (mortgage information, etc) just in case. Just make sure that USCIS can contact him. He might need to attend an interview as well.
I was charged for shoplifting and charge was amended to littering. In the question of the DS-160 that asks if I've been arrested or convicted for any offense or crime... after answering YES there is a space to explain. Should I said I was charge with shoplifting and convicted of littering or... View More
answered on Sep 24, 2019
Charged with shoplifting, convicted of littering. The conviction is what they’ll look at.
Ran a beauty pageant that over charges people for “fees” no contracts all non taxed money he pulls in .
answered on Jun 14, 2019
How will you prove that this person is unlawfully present? A person’s ethnicity is no indication as to whether the person possesses lawful permanent resident status. A lawful permanent resident is not required to learn English, but it certainly helps a business if the owner speaks more than... View More
I was arrested for dui BAC 0.26 (1st offense)no injuries,no accident,no body is hurt and now i am in diversion programm can this diversion affect my immigration status.i am a permanent resident (green card holder)
answered on Feb 28, 2019
It will likely affect your ability to become a citizen for at least five years, but it is unlikely they will try to take your green card.
I've tried to do the application for his replacement resident card without his alien number, but they rejected the application and told me to redo the application once I've obtained the alien number. I've looked up that I can do an foia request, but would I be denied since I'm... View More
answered on Feb 6, 2019
Your daughter's father has the option of going to the local USCIS office to get that information or alternatively request his immigration file from USCIS based on FOIA and get the information from his immigration file. Good Luck!
The cuestion is can you guys help or do something he still waiting hes sentence ?he went to mexico and come back he had deportation order before he change his name how could you help ?he is on Missouri i what you to know he is sick so he need surgery he is on pain he is been here caming and going... View More
I was arrested on November 2017, for possession of marijuana and possession of paraphernalia. I was told to do a pre-trial diversion program, which I completed successfully last month. My charges were dismissed completely. I am renewing my DACA this month. I have consulted with my lawyer but she... View More
answered on Aug 3, 2018
Any time a court places a restriction on you, the government considers that a conviction for immigration purposes. In your case, the requirement to participate in this diversion program was a restriction, so for immigration purposes you have been convicted. It will have an impact on your DACA... View More
My fiance and I met on line over 3 and a half years ago. We fell in love over this time and now we both want to marry and have him emmigrate permanently to the US. We have communicated through video chats, 4-8 hour long calls daily, and messages, but we want to make everything legal and share our... View More
answered on Jun 21, 2018
Meeting in person is generally required for either a fiance or spouse visa unless there is good cause to waive the requirement. Skyping or other forms of communication are not adequate. The idea is to avoid such things as mail order brides, a relic from the distant past. Given current technologies,... View More
My calculations suggest I can file in March 2020. Can I go for 4 year 1 month rule (sensible construction of statute argument)? How about filing at four years six months and one day (to avoid a stay of over 6 months within statutory 5 year period)?
answered on May 21, 2018
You can file your N-400 immediately as long as you have been physically present in the US for at least 30 out of the past 60 months.
answered on Mar 8, 2018
If you are talking about applying for naturalization, it can take anywhere between 4 months to 1 year depends on your jurisdiction. In Kansas City, it's generally pretty fast. However, it depends on the background checks and security clearance. You can file the N-400 on your own, or you could... View More
I'm F1 visa student who just moved to Missouri from Kansas state and I couldn't get a driver license from Kansas City, MO since my visa has expired. Anyway, when I was a resident in overland park, Kansas City, I had two tickets. The first one for "failure to avoid a collision"... View More
answered on Feb 11, 2018
Generally speaking, not knowing the law is not a defense. You should seek a traffic attorney if you don't know what to say in Court. I will also seek the advice of an immigration attorney to fix your F-1 Out of Status as soon as you can. It is not a good idea to drive without a driver's license.
We know a couple who arrived just a week ago and the wife is fully pregnant (8 months, at least). At least, the wife is going to stay here until the end of March. What (if any) should we do? The husband, who just arrived with her, is heading back home in two days on some family emergency in Dubai... View More
It was my first criminal offense. I was never arrested. I just had to go to the court and pay the fine. If I didn't do the PDP program, I would have had a hearing and presented in front of the judge
I am German Citizenship and am applying for US Citizenship right now. I just found out that the moment I accept the US Citizenship I will automatically loose my German one UNLESS I applied and received a retention permission from Germany before I accept the US Citizenship. I just applied for that... View More
answered on Feb 5, 2018
You are not a U.S. citizen until you have been sworn in. Even after you pass the interview, you cannot call yourself a U.S. citizen until you receive the naturalization certificate. It's common to reschedule interviews or oath dates, people travel, get sick, etc. However, failing to appear... View More
Since we won't be living together until September, should I submit evidence proving our marriage is in good faith when I file for the green card in February? I am currently on an H1B visa.
My aunt who is an illegal immigrant got pulled over for going 45 in a 35. The officer gave her a warning for speeding but gave her a slip that says she has to appear in court for driving without a driver’s license. This is her first time getting in trouble for anything. Because she is a single... View More
answered on Jan 9, 2018
Before doing anything else, your aunt needs to consult with an immigration lawyer who is experienced in both criminal law and deportation law. This is a situation that could very possibly lead to serious problems for her.
However he hasn't traspassed the U.S
answered on Jul 29, 2017
The filing fee for a permanent resident or US citizen to file for their spouse that the US government charges is $535. In addition, lawyers charge fees to prepare if you hired an attorney. It depends on a number of factors in terms of length of time the process would take. Consider consulting... View More
Before his 2-year card expired, we moved overseas together. He now wants to move back but wants to get a 10-year green card. Is that possible?
answered on Jul 10, 2017
You really need to contact an immigration attorney.
From what I understood from your question: he obtained his green card based on your marriage and obtained a conditional 2 yr. green card. He then left country and remained overseas.
In order to remain a permanent resident, a... View More
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