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I came to us through esta i married my us citizen girlfriend then left the US. 6 months later we decided to file i130. Can i comeback for another visit without any intention to stay?
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answered on Oct 4, 2023
If you entered the U.S. through the Visa Waiver Program (ESTA) and then married a U.S. citizen, returning to the U.S. for another visit could raise concerns with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Even if you have no intention of staying, the act of marrying a U.S. citizen might give the... View More 
I have a copy of my old identication card that's expired on 2017 only. What else can I show proof
answered on Apr 14, 2023
You need a valid unexpired ID to get into the building, they will not let you in with a copy of an expired ID. Not sure what country you are from but you can try contacting your local consulate to apply for a passport/country ID. Or if you are in school and have an identification card with your... View More
My husband was born in Pakistan and moved to UK when he was 16 and since then has lived in UK and Canada and is now a Canadian citizen. We have obtained police certificates for UK and Canada but not yet for Pakistan but I am not sure if it is even required since he moved to UK at 16. Please advise.
answered on Mar 29, 2023
Yes, he should obtain a police certificate from Pakistan as well. Per the Department of State, anyone over the age of 16 that has lived in their country of nationality for more than 6 months at any time in their life must obtain a police certificate from there. You can read more about it here:... View More
answered on Oct 17, 2022
Form I-130 and Form I-129F are not overly complex on their faces. However, whether you should hire an attorney depends on the specific facts of your case. So, it is usually best to, at least, consult with an attorney. Additionally, USCIS approves either application, completing consular... View More
I was brought to the US by my parents illegally, w/o inspection or Visa in 1989 when I was 3 yrs old. I have been in this country ever since. I am now under DACA and have a Work Permit.I am applying for Green Card w/Form I-130 & I-486 & I-864 as my Spouse of 4 years is a US Citizen.
answered on Jun 5, 2022
Well,, if you in fact you entered the United States without inspection as a minor along with your mother, then you would not be able to obtain your green card. Unless there's some waiver that you may be able to take advantage of. In addition, unless you have been grandfathered under 245(i),... View More
I just need an Affidavit signed by court saying her name was modified; changes from Jingle Melton to Cloe Melton.
answered on May 9, 2022
You will have to file a form N-565, pay $555, and wait. The current processing times can exceed 11.5 months. For more information, go to www.uscis.gov or schedule an appointment with a competent and experienced immigration attorney.
need to file form i-130 and they form 485 is there any other things that we need to file such as an Affidavit of Support
answered on Jan 17, 2022
Using the information you provided, if your wife is a permanent resident that is also known as a green card holder. The next step could be for her have her conditions removed, with you filing what is called jointly. The documents would include the I -751 application to remove conditions and... View More
I received my green card but have not received a social security number. When I filed the I-485 I also sent an I-765 authorization for employment and in the I-765 asked to receive a social. I’m now wondering if I was even supposed to send in an I-765, and if not, do I need to apply directly with... View More
answered on Nov 21, 2021
If your I-765 was not approved BEFORE you got your green card, then you should apply for SSN. The reason is that upon your green card being granted, the I-765 was "closed" so it never got to the SSA for processing. Best wishes!!
answered on Sep 21, 2021
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The papers have already been sent to D.C. for processing so they can get their citizenship. This started because of the enlistment into the military and the constant talk with a lawyer. But if the person is discharged, can they still get their parents their papers?
answered on Sep 13, 2021
Possibly, based on one's military discharge status and other factors. You indicated the parents do have a licensed immigration counsel which should be the best legal route as that professional should be intimately familiar with the case fine, correspondence, case filing and evidentiary case support.
to Singapore. My father has cancer and cannot fly so I plan to go to him. My plan was to go to the airport with my valid passport but expired visa and leave. Any advice on if this is the right course of action.
would love to know I won't be detained and miss my flight.
answered on Aug 20, 2021
OK so anyone who has overstayed his visa by more than 12 months and exits the United States is then barred from returning to the United States for a period of 10 years. If you have overstayed your visa by 20 years and then leave to go back to Singapore, you will not under immigration law be able to... View More
What is the best way? I am planning to marry my fiancé who lives in the US but I am afraid of these charges not allowing me to live in the US. What are my options?
answered on Aug 18, 2021
If you were charged as an adult you may not be eligible to immigrate to the USA. If you were charged as a juvenile the conviction may not effect your ability to adjust status.
I was born originally in Italy. I am 72, retired. I own 3 condos in Las Vegas and I pay real estate taxes. I am financially secure.
answered on Mar 21, 2021
Your undocumented status, your longevity in the U.S. , and ownership of real estate will not automatically lead to a lawful status.
Other factors will need to be examined to determine your options:
•Do you have U.S. citizen or resident relatives?
•Have you been the... View More
My wife and I got married more than a year ago after dating a little more than two years. We got tired of not being able to be together all the time since I'm Mexican and she is a US citizen. So, We got married because we loved each other and filed the necessary docs to the USCIS with the help... View More
answered on Dec 3, 2020
I suggest discussing your situation with an experienced Immigration attorney regarding your green card application. As for the divorce, it appears you are on your wife’s timeline as to when the divorce will occur or become final. In Nevada, a spouse cannot delay or refuse a divorce if the other... View More
I’m trying to get my fiance in the US. She tried tourist visa so many times but keep getting denied. She still married to her Previous husband. She applied for Annulment waited for 2 years and still get denied. We don’t know what other options we can do. We been together for 6 years now. All I... View More
answered on Nov 28, 2020
The FORM I-129F can not be filed on behalf of your fiancée if she is legally married to another person.
A lawful marriage in the Philippines will be recognized in the U.S. Hence your fiancée must first divorce before you can file the FORM I-129F.
On RFE, I was not able to provide joint bank statement because it was closed for a reason that we cannot reconcile our expenses and decided to have our bank account and share expenses. lease of apartment agreement which we don’t have bec. We’re leaving in a friends house. We filed tax... View More
answered on Oct 28, 2020
The supporting documents provided for a marriage vary by the copules circumstances. An attorney will need to sit down with you in a consultation and discuss your situation, documents yo may be able to provide, and, oral testimony.
I am applying for naturalization. My son lives in the Philippines and I am not in good terms with his mother and she refuses to provide documentation that I need pertaining to my son. and it's delaying the process of my application. Is it okay to leave out information about my son and petition... View More
answered on Sep 8, 2020
It would be best to include him. Not much info is requested, and you can always put down “unknown” for information you don’t know and explain the circumstances at the interview.
answered on Aug 10, 2020
If you have been undocumented for more than 180 days and you have managed to file for adjustment of status, I recommend that you do not request an advance parole document. You can travel abroad once you have received your permanent resident status.
Good luck to you.
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answered on Jun 10, 2020
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I am the petitioner for my wife
answered on May 30, 2020
More facts are needed. Is your wife overseas applying for a spousal visa at the foreign consulate ? If so then your processing is going through the normal channels.
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