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I want to apply for a fiance visa for my fiance but the only issue is we have not met. I was wondering if we can use a visitors visa for the purpose of meeting in person and then after 90 days he goes back to his country and then we apply for fiance visa? and if so how much income will i need in... View More 
answered on Apr 23, 2017
Thanks for your message. Your friend may apply for a visitor visa if he wishes. In order to obtain the visa, he will need to convince the US official at the consulate, among other things, that he will return to his country after his visit to the U.S. Among the ways that your friend may try to... View More
Age: 76 years
Date becoming a permanent resident: June 11, 2001
Amount of time he lived in united states:
2001 - 2011: 100%
2011 - 2017: 10 months but his overseas trip never exceed the 6 months, so his continuous residence was never interrupted, he just kept... View More
answered on Apr 20, 2017
I suggest you read the Guide to Naturalization published by the USCIS. You can find this guide on their website at USCIS.gov. The guide has a flow chart for assisting a person in determining whether they meet the requirements for NATZ .
I had my green card in 06/20/2012 and i want to apply for my Naturalization N400 based on the 5 years , My question while filling Part 7 of the N 400 Part C Total No of days out of the US = 946 days till 06/20/2017 therefore I cant submit my application on the 5 th anniversary 06/20/2017. if i wait... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2017
Your question involves the calculation of days that you spent in the US, and days that you spent outside the US. For each day, you are either in the US, or you are outside the US. You mentioned that if you file in August 2017 you mentioned that the total number of days out of the US won't... View More
answered on Mar 30, 2017
Depending on the circumstances the father may have the right to prevent the adoption. I suggest you speak with an attorney familiar with adoption law.
answered on Mar 9, 2017
That is a very big question. I suggest you consult with an experienced immigration attorney. The attorney will need more facts. In general, if you are a USC you can sponsor your boyfriend if you marry him.
answered on Mar 1, 2017
Any noncitizen who has criminal convictions should consult with an experienced immigration attorney to see if there are immigration/deportation consequences. Best wishes.
I have my marriage license too
answered on Feb 21, 2017
To meet the time requirements to apply for citizenship, you must either have been a permanent resident for 4 years and 9 months, OR, be a permanent resident who has been married to, and living with, a U.S. citizen for at least 2 years and 9 months. So, if I understand your question correctly,... View More
We don't wanna brake up our family
answered on Feb 20, 2017
We would need more information to know for sure. It appears that your boyfriend and you, working together, might be able to plan out a path that could lead to permanent resident (green card) status for him. But again, to know for certain, we would need to learn more information about your... View More
I have already divulged that i have indded been arrested and provided the dismissal document to us immigration and the fbi document to canada. Could i say ive not been arrested when interviewing for visas to other countries. Also how does the afforementioned affect my ability to get a green card... View More
answered on Jan 30, 2017
It is always best to consult directly with an immigration attorney who has experience in analyzing the immigration/deportation consequences of criminal matters. The interaction of criminal law with immigration law is complex. Regarding HYTA, again, an experienced attorney needs to review your... View More
I was actually planning on visiting Canada this weekend and then traveling to Pakistan towards the end of Feb. Please let me know. Thank you very much. Also I have applied for Citizenship and I am currently waiting for the interview.
answered on Jan 30, 2017
It is impossible to give you a guarantee that your return to the United States will be smooth. At this time, Pakistan is not on the "list" of countries whose citizens are receiving increased restrictions. But Pakistan could be added to the list in the future.
i want to know the cost and the process
answered on Jan 5, 2017
That is a very big question for post on this site. I suggest you consult with an experienced immigration attorney.
answered on Dec 14, 2016
The answer to your question requires much more information from you. I suggest that you consult directly with an experienced immigration attorney to learn more. Thank you.
PLEASE i want to know if theres any probem for me with my petition i was married twice before from american citizen person;i was married in good faith my both marriges end due to speciic reasons .now i meet a good man by chance he is american citizen as well he wants to file a fiance visa for me... View More
answered on Aug 11, 2016
Yes, you will most likely face some problems getting a fiance visa again considering both the previous marriages were to U.S. Citizens. Talk to an immigration attorney in private to find out what other options you might have in this situation.
All the best.
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My wife qualifies for citizenship in January 2019. In a few months she will fulfill the residency requirement (30 months within 5 year period). Can she live with me abroad until 2019? She can come back to the US 3-6 months prior to filing N-400. Will there be problems?
answered on Aug 2, 2016
The 30 month period is 6 months out of every year not just 30 months within 5 years. However if you would like your wife to be with you abroad, she could get a re-entry permit that allows her to stay out of the U.S. for two complete years without losing her residency. Please contact an immigration... View More
We lived together for a year in marriage but divorced before the two year mark, but now he says he wants to say that we never lived together so I could get deported, even though he already wrote that we lived together for a year. (I came to the US because of the marriage. It was real). I'm... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2016
Your question is not clear. Based on your statement of facts that your husband is seeking an annulment. You should consult a competent attorney to review your husband's court pleadings.
Can he still come with my sister or does he need to apply separately.
answered on Jul 24, 2016
it depends. You should sit down with an experienced immigration attorney. She will closely look at the petition and relevant papers to give an appropriate answer
I came here since 2013.. Its been 4 years ago almost as a visa and still have no answer from the court or gov and also can i ask them to go see my dad in this time and turn back to america?
answered on Jul 14, 2016
More information is needed, who applied for your green card? Which country are you from? How old are you? What is your current immigration status? What kind of visa did you have when you came in 2013? - Talk to an immigration attorney in private regarding this situation.
All the best.... View More
Petition for Alien Fiancé(e): Form I-129F
This K-1 visa is very confusing. Please help.
answered on Jul 13, 2016
The fiance visa process requires that you have met your fiance in person within the last 2 years. There are some limited exceptions, but most persons will not qualify for the exceptions. I suggest that you work with an experienced immigration attorney to avoid problems and to have the best chance... View More
Recently we had a court date for driving with an expired drivers license, the judge did tell her that she should try to apply to become a resident. Unfortunately, it's not easy as it sounds. I am 17 years old and I wonder if I can help her when I turn 18.
answered on Jul 13, 2016
The answer to your question requires more information to be sure, but in general, a U.S. citizen may file an immigration petition for his/her parent when the citizen reaches age 21 (not 18). Another important issue is whether your mother entered the United States with a valid visa or other valid... View More
answered on Jun 27, 2016
Rule of thumb - It is never a good idea to travel outside the country when any type of immigration petition is pending.
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-Shan Potts
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