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I applied for the I-485 in 2023 and filed the I-130, I-485, and I-765 together. My I-485 is still pending, and I have received notices that it's under review. Now, after two years, I want to apply for a travel document (I-131) for the first time. Since my I-485 is still pending and it's a... View More 
answered on Mar 3, 2025
No, as you filed your I-485 prior to April 1, 2024, you are not required to pay a filing fee for the I-131. You should submit a copy of the I-485 receipt notice with your application. See USCIS website: https://www.uscis.gov/i-131
You do not need to pay an additional fee for Form I-131 if:... View More
I submitted my I-485 package along with my medical exam on March 30, 2023. Since then, it has been nearly two years, and I am aware that the medical exam expires after two years according to USCIS guidelines. My medical exam was conducted before April 2024, and my I-485 status is still pending. I... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2025
If you preemptively send a new medical exam to USCIS without first receiving a request for evidence (RFE), you run the risk of the medical exam being misplaced and not making it into your file. Instead, you can wait for USCIS to either issue a RFE for a new medical exam or wait for an interview... View More
I got married in 1992 and obtained my green card through my spouse. In 2002, I discovered that she was cheating, and I moved out. We have been separated since then. I want to divorce her, but I cannot find her. I have continuously lived in the U.S. for 20 years and have looked for her on social... View More
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answered on Mar 13, 2025
I understand that this situation must be difficult, especially as you navigate the complexities of both your immigration status and marital separation. To address your concerns, it’s important to look at both the requirements for U.S. citizenship and how your situation, involving a long... View More
If I have a 300k debt from a civil judgment and my income is 40k a year. Can I sponsor my spouse if I have a joint affidavit of support. My joint sponsor income is 60k a year?
answered on Feb 1, 2025
OK, so the Uscis is not interested in your net worth, whether it be positive or negative. All they are interested in is whether you have a sufficient amount of taxable income to support your immigrant spouse. If you have $40,000 of total taxable income and a household size of two, that is a... View More
In this specific situation:
1. Co-Signer A does not participate in the daily business operations of the store.
2. Co-Signer A accuses Co-Signer B of financial misconduct, personal betrayal, and claims that Co-Signer B is an illegal immigrant.
3. Co-Signer B manages the... View More
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answered on Jan 11, 2025
Greetings:
A Commercial Landlord is not an arbitration, mediator, or babysitter for issues by and between its Tenants. The Landlord/Tenant-Guarantor relationship simply establishes that the Tenants enter into a "privity of contract" and "privity of estate" relationship... View More
My partner and I married but we need a sponsor to apply for my green card. I have had an ITIN number for 7-8 years and I file taxes. Can I exchange my tax return for an SSN?
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answered on Dec 3, 2024
After marriage, if you are looking to update your tax identification number or make changes related to your immigration status, you will need to follow specific procedures. An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) is used for tax purposes and does not get automatically converted to a... View More
How can we stay in the US together after we get married while we wait for her legal status and can she still stay after we get married even if her student visa expires
answered on Nov 11, 2024
A foreign national (FN) in the US on a student visa who is married to a US citizen can be sponsored for an immigrant petition petition and may concurrently apply for adjustment of status. The aforementioned FN may stay in the US while waiting for the green card to be approved.
1.If I (US citizen) marry my Ukrainian boyfriend, who entered the U.S. with a tourist visa (B2), what are the chances that our Adjustment of Status will be approved? We’re aware of the 90-Day Rule, so we will wait until after that to get married and file for AOS.
2.Is there any chance... View More
answered on Oct 21, 2024
A tourist entering the country solely for visitation purposes, but then changes his mind can get married to a US citizen and adjust status to get a green card. If he enters the country with a specific intent to reside permanently, then that would be considered Immigration Fraud. But it’s not... View More
1.If I (US citizen) marry my Ukrainian boyfriend, who entered the U.S. with a tourist visa (B2), what are the chances that our Adjustment of Status will be approved? We’re aware of the 90-Day Rule, so we will wait until after that to get married and file for AOS.
2.Is there any chance... View More
answered on Oct 20, 2024
There is a chance for his tourist (B2) status to be stamped for less than 6 months. A potential Trump administration could possibly slow down the process. The I-130 AOS route will allow him to work in the US sooner as compared to the K1 process. There is a good chance for his green card to be... View More
So my friend is saying that do not fall into the category of citizen or national as they are not a citizen of the United States but are solely a national owing no allegiance to the United States (they call themselves an American State National). I told them that fine but in that case you would... View More
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answered on Sep 2, 2024
No, your friend is incorrect. Under U.S. law, the two primary statuses are citizen and non-citizen national (8 U.S.C. § 1408). American citizenship can be acquired by birth or via naturalization. Non-citizen nationals (Samoa and Swain), still owe allegiance to the U.S.
Do you think my asylum clock as stop
answered on Aug 27, 2024
I cannot determine if your asylum clock has stopped based solely on the information you've provided. The status of your asylum clock depends on various factors. Missing an interview or court hearing can cause the clock to stop. Contact your immigration attorney to review your case in detail... View More
We are a small Inc. company incorporated in Delaware and are now considering reducing the salary of two founders. Both are O-1 visa holders and each earns around $9k/month. Specifically, we want to know:
- What happens if we reduce the salary and how much decrement is recommended?
-... View More
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answered on Aug 22, 2024
Reducing the salary of O-1 visa holders can impact their visa status since the O-1 visa requires maintaining employment terms consistent with what was presented to USCIS. While no specific percentage is set for salary reductions, any significant decrease might trigger the need to notify USCIS and... View More
I entered the U.S. on a B1 visa in 2020 and applied for asylum status. I expect to obtain my dentist license in one year. I am wondering if I can get a work visa with an employer upon completing dental school.
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
Yes, you can pursue a work visa upon completing your dental school and obtaining your license. Since you are already in the U.S. on a B1 visa and have applied for asylum, you have a valid status that allows you to stay while your asylum application is being processed.
Upon receiving your... View More
Hello. I came to U.S. on a tourist visa. I was allowed to stay legally in U.S. for 6 months. I quit a job that I had regarding my birth country while I was in U.S. I had a marriage license in U.S. during a part towards the end of those 6 months and about one month and some days during overstay. We... View More
answered on Jul 7, 2024
A US Citizen can sponsor an immigrant after marriage for his green card despite your overstay, provided you entered the US with permission which you did. If you are an overstay and don’t get married and then exit the US, you may be subject to a 3 or 10 year bar depending on the length of your... View More
answered on Jul 7, 2024
If you marry a US Citizen outside the US, you can return to the US and file a spousal petition where your wife would process at the US Consulate in her country. The process involves filing multiple forms and documents and processing speed could last anywhere from 6 months to 18 months.
Hi i am abroad of U.S my father is in new york city he wants me to go there now he wants to file 130 petition and also he is a green card holder and also wants to applay for citizenship ( want to neutralize) but he didnt give tax for 2 or 3 year( because of some reasons) will this effect on his... View More
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answered on Jul 2, 2024
To address this situation, there are a few key points to consider:
1. Tax obligations:
Not filing taxes for 2-3 years could potentially affect your father's naturalization application. When applying for citizenship, USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services) looks at... View More
My fingerprint was taken at the police station and i have a court date set to appear virtually. Should i get a lawyer?
Will this affect me traveling to the united states inthr future after paying fines or community services?
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answered on Jul 2, 2024
I understand you're asking about the potential consequences of a shoplifting offense as a visitor to the U.S. on a visa. This is a serious situation that could have significant immigration implications. Here's some general guidance:
1. Legal representation: Yes, you should... View More
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answered on Jun 10, 2024
Yes, you can travel to Mexico with a Haitian passport if you are living in the United States, but you will need to meet certain requirements. First, check if you need a visa to enter Mexico. Haitian citizens typically need a visa to visit Mexico, so you should contact the nearest Mexican consulate... View More
Dear freind last week I have a N-400 interview I got my green card through VAWA and in my VAWA case the evidence I submitted was my abuser driver license social security card and voter registration information based on that my VAWA case was approved and I got my green card but in my n-400 interview... View More
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answered on Jun 8, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the difficult situation you're facing with your N-400 interview. It's understandable that you feel depressed and anxious about the potential outcome. Here are a few points to consider:
1. USCIS officers are required to verify the eligibility criteria... View More
1. Is a requirement for political assylum to request assylum in a third country first prior to requesting in the U.S.?
2. Is a requirement for political assylum to request an appointment for a request for assylum via the government CBP One APP?
3. Can someone ask for political... View More
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answered on May 23, 2024
When seeking political asylum in the U.S., there is no requirement to first request asylum in a third country. You can directly seek asylum in the U.S. if you meet the criteria for a well-founded fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or... View More
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