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I studied architecture finished all courses but never got my degree, I gained 5 years of experience on an specific field in Mexico. I’m currently in the US, fell in love with someone and would not want to risk having to leave the US to complete a process for a work visa to work in my field.
answered on May 3, 2022
Good Morning:
Is the person you fell in love with in the United States a U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident (green card holder)?
As long as you had the intention of returning to your country of origin during your recent entry into the U.S. with the tourist visa you may... View More 
He may have done something, but I don't know yet. By the way, he's from GHANA. A friend is going to Ghana, and he wants to find out whether a form needs to be completed to be sent to the son? What are the required forms to be completed by both the father and the son? And how long does... View More
answered on Mar 20, 2022
He would start by filing form I-130 with USCIS (see: www.uscis.gov). Your/your friend's questions would be answered best by doing a consultation with an experienced immigration attorney. You can find one here on Justia.com, Avvo.com or AILA.org. If your friend can't find an attorney to do... View More
I applied for n400 about a year ago and got denied on grounds of not being in the same state with my husband. We were both in school then. Now graduated and living together happily and wanting to reapply again. Any advice will be great
answered on Mar 2, 2022
You may reapply for naturalization in the United States filing a new form N-400 but I strongly suggest you do not do it on your own and consult to fill out prepared the form and submit all the bona fide proofs of your current marriage with a licensed Immigration Attorney.
answered on Feb 26, 2022
Good Afternoon:
This depends on your individual circumstances and on your immigration history.
In general, the period of authorized stay in the United States on a tourist visa is 6 months, but always verify the actual stamp on your passport because it is there where you will be... View More
answered on Feb 22, 2022
This is not an accurate question. You need to provide more facts to get an answer. In order to get an answer for you, I may ask 1) has the H1B been filed? If so, when was it filed? If not, when will it be filed? 2) Is premium processing required for the H1B petition? 3) What date was put as... View More
answered on Feb 21, 2022
It depends, but most likely the answer is yes.
Employment authorization may not be required when the work performed can be considered volunteering as defined by the USCIS. J-2 dependents cannot be unpaid volunteers in positions where others receive compensation to perform the same services.... View More
answered on Jan 19, 2022
Hi - thank you for your question. The case status would depend on who petitioned for your sister and the country.
The below links might be helpful for you:
1. https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal/visa-law0/visa-bulletin/2022/visa-bulletin-for-january-2022.html... View More
Hi, I'm renewing EAD under C8 category pending asylum and noticed there are two fees $410 plus $85 biometric, should I send two checks/ money order or only one?
answered on Jan 5, 2022
It is recommended send two separate checks: make one payable to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security form I-765 for $410 and another one for eighty five dollars for biometrics. If the USCIS captures the biometrics from its database then it would return the second check to the Applicant.
Hi, I have some doubts on the address that I need to put on the ds 160. My fiancee is currently living in a room and is looking for a 1bedroom apartment for us. I wanted to know what does the interview officier need to know? Would I be able to live with her in the room or should she immediatly get... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2021
As long as your immigration case is credible you have nothing to worry about, issues may arise when parties began fabricating things for immigration purposes.
Greetings,
I hope the message finds you well. I am an international graduate student and I recently defended my PhD dissertation (STEM field). I intend to file for EB1A visa; I think I've met 3 out of the 10 criteria. Then there's that second part from USCIS that reads... View More
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answered on Nov 16, 2021
The definition of extraordinary ability is a level of expertise indicating that the individual is one of that small percentage who have risen to the very top of the field of endeavor. You prove extraordinary ability by showing “sustained national or international acclaim” and that your... View More
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am from Bangladesh, I recently received job offer from an employer in US and I would like to know what's the procedure for Bangladeshi citizens to be able to meet the immigration requirements. I will be working at a Coffee chain shop in state of Massachusetts which I... View More
answered on Nov 7, 2021
You may qualify for an L visa or you will need an H visa. More information is needed. Secondly, it is the employers responsibility to take care of the initial visa requirements for the employee. I suggest you have the emplooyer contact an experienced immigration attorney.
I'm currently on F-1, but I'm waiting for my marriage-based green card interview date and work permit (I already did my biometrics). I wish to apply for CPT for an employment opportunity directly related to my course of study (I'm a Ph.D. student and already used my OPT after my... View More
answered on Oct 24, 2021
No.
You may apply for your OPT EAD as planned which would not affect your pending AOS LPR case.
I had an f1 visa on my passport and I do not have an h1b visa stamped on my passport, however, i got a legal status for a h1b last October (2021). I wanted to enter my visa and was hoping that this would allow me to travel internationally, however my visa on my passport is still an F1.
answered on Oct 19, 2021
Immediately advise your assigned immigration attorney retained by the sponsoring company.
I'm an Indian citizen holding an E19 Green Card that was issued in Aug '20. I separated from my husband around July '21 due to irreparable issues in the marriage. We both want to apply for a mutual divorce by Nov, '21. The green card is a 10-yr one. My marriage has been of 10.5... View More
answered on Oct 12, 2021
As the spouse of a priority worker you derive your status from his status. You indirectly received your LPR status through marriage. There may be questions regarding whether the marriage was a legitimate marriage. However, given the length of your marriage it is unlikely. If asked, it sounds like... View More
This guy is from Haiti. He has been staying on the tourist visa and he seduced my friend to married him. He has a kid with her now: a 2 years old daughter.
answered on Oct 3, 2021
More information is needed, but it cannot come from her. You have no affirmative duty nor direct evidence of fraud by the husband! Strangely, you ‘may know’ more incriminating facts about her!
It reads more like, she ‘seems to want’ out of a marital relationship that appears to... View More
Both husband and wife did not have a domicile in DR at the time of the divorce. Now in 2021, he is trying to remarry but immigration states before getting married to someone else he needs proof that one or both needed to reside in the Dominican Republic of which neither lived in DR. Is there... View More
answered on Sep 10, 2021
It certainly presents a problem as if the USCIS does not recognize that DR dissolution of marriage then any attempt to marry a person in the United States would create an allegation of polygamy (being married to two or more people a the same time).
It definitely needs to be properly completed.
answered on Jul 26, 2021
I assume your husband is the immigrant. He can have the conditions of his LPR status removed on his own by filing a waiver of the joint filing requirement. He can request alimony in a dissolution proceeding and he can request the affidavit of support be enforced.
Hello,
I have sponsored my parents and my brother green card. My parents were able to get immigration visa and now in US with green card; however, my brother is not considered close relative, therefore, his visa can take up to 10 years; Question: can my parents sponsor him now as well as... View More
answered on Jul 12, 2021
One of your permanent resident parents can file the FORM I-130 on behalf of your brother IF he is unmarried.
If that process is possible, your brother will be classified in a different category ( F2A or F2B) than the F4 and the issuance of the immigrant visa may occur at an earlier time.
My dad is a green card holder and petitioned me, a U.S student visa holder, for a green card. Should I have filed for adjustment of status as well since I already live in the U.S or is that only for children under 21 years old?
answered on Jun 27, 2021
There is not such thing as a one step process. You must have an approved Alien Relative Petition and then you must file to adjust status.
She is in the US legally. Came on a Fiance visa and they got married. They have a son, born in the US. The 3 of them would go for a visit, but she might not want to return to the US with the boy.
answered on Jun 23, 2021
This is a challenge. There appears to be domestic issues that need to be resolved. Perhaps, marriage counseling is needed in Thailand.
If his wife wishes to abandon her lawful permanent resident status, and live in Thailand, then she and your son need to decide whether they can remain... View More
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