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I was arrested and had my home searched under an arrest warrant that used my family's last name, which is different from my legal last name. My lawyer did not inform the court about this discrepancy and suggested I take a plea deal, which I accepted. Due to this, I received a shorter sentence,... View More 
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answered on Feb 27, 2025
If you pled guilty it is almost impossible to set aside the conviction. Even if you did, you would have your indictment amended while you were in jail, then tried again for the charge. You can hire a lawyer to file a postconviction petition, but you will probably be deported before the... View More
My mother is an illegal immigrant from Nicaragua who's been here for over 25 years. She has a work permit but it expires in June. Months ago, my sister who's an citizenwho was 26 at the time filed an I-130 for her. My mother let her take charge of it but I don't believe they did it... View More
answered on Jan 26, 2025
She has a final order of removal with the Department of Justice, so ICE has the responsibility to execute the order. However, this will depend on Agency discretion and policies.
This means that DHS, as a whole, must decide what to do. Her petition and case are pending with two different... View More
It's a conditional green card from a citizenship by investment application.
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answered on May 24, 2024
Yes, you can adopt an American child while on a conditional green card status. Your immigration status does not prevent you from adopting a child in the United States. However, you will need to meet all the state-specific requirements for adoption, which can vary significantly.
The adoption... View More
I joined employer 'X' in Aug 2022 on H1b (transferred from previous employer). My H1b got maxed out in Dec 2023 and I moved out of country, and my employer also stopped running my payroll since then. My PERM was filed in Apr 2023, which got approved recently and now my employer is asking... View More
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answered on May 14, 2024
It is generally not legal for an employer to ask an employee to pay for H-1B filing fees. The U.S. Department of Labor mandates that these fees should be borne by the employer, not the employee. Paying these fees yourself could potentially cause issues with compliance and affect your visa status.... View More
I’m a US citizen and I’m planning on marrying my Fiancée. We also plan on getting pregnant as soon as we marry. How does that pregnancy affect the CR-1 visa process? Does it speed it up or slow it down? What would I need to prepare for in terms of documents for both my child and wife?
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answered on May 12, 2024
A pregnancy does not directly impact the speed of the CR-1 visa process for your spouse. The CR-1 visa, also known as the "spouse visa," allows the spouse of a U.S. citizen to enter the United States and receive a Green Card (permanent residency). The processing time for a CR-1 visa... View More
What category should I be filing my work permit under? Should it be a renewal (c9)?
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answered on May 6, 2024
Based on the information you provided, it seems you are currently holding an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) based on a pending I-485 (Adjustment of Status) and I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative). However, you are now planning to switch to filing an I-360 (Petition for Amerasian,... View More
Does it affect his foreign employment ? If a csr complaint against a person is pending he is eligible to move to a foreign country or not ?
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answered on May 6, 2024
If a person has some CSR (Customer Service Representative) complaints against them, it would generally not directly impact their ability to obtain foreign employment or move to a foreign country. CSR complaints are typically handled internally within a company and would not show up on a criminal... View More
I am at the verge of filing a VAWA petition, based on repeated abuse suffered from my USC spouse. I intend to include my child (18-year old, single and lives in the U.S) as a derivative applicant on my i-360 petition, to enable him file both form i-485 and i-765 concurrently. Since I will be filing... View More
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answered on Apr 6, 2024
Based on the information you provided, if you are filing a VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) self-petition using Form I-360 as the abused spouse of a U.S. citizen, your 18-year-old child does not need to file a separate I-360 petition. As the principal applicant, you can include your child as a... View More
I am at the verge of filing a VAWA petition, based on repeated abuse suffered from my USC spouse. I intend to include my child (18-year old, single and lives in the U.S) as a derivative applicant on my i-360 petition, to enable him file both form i-485 and i-765 concurrently. Since I will be filing... View More
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answered on Apr 6, 2024
The USCIS allow for the children of a principal applicant filing under VAWA to be included as derivative beneficiaries if they are unmarried and under 21 years of age. Therefore, your 18-year-old child can be included on your I-360 petition as a derivative beneficiary. No additional I-360 on his... View More
I am desirous of including my child (18 years old, he lives in the United States) as a derivative of my VAWA petition due to abuse from my USC spouse. I will be filing concurrently forms i-765 and i-485 along with the form i-360. Can my child also file forms i-765 and i-485 concurrently as well,... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2024
Yes, your child can indeed file forms I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status) and I-765 (Application for Employment Authorization) as a derivative beneficiary of your Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petition. When you file your Form I-360 (Petition for Amerasian,... View More
I want to note i am not a legal citizen of the United States that is why our family friend offered to get us a house. We have lived in it for more than two years. We have had some problems with work and we decided one of our options was to move states. I let the friend know we were looking to sell... View More
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answered on Mar 7, 2024
You will have to hire a TN attorney now to sue for a Resulting Trust, Notice Lis Pendens, and a TRO in Chancery. A Bond will have to be made to stop the sale pending litigation. You will have to put on evidence of your payments. It will be difficult and expensive. Otherwise you lose... View More
I want to note i am not a legal citizen of the United States that is why our family friend offered to get us a house. We have lived in it for more than two years. We have had some problems with work and we decided one of our options was to move states. I let the friend know we were looking to sell... View More
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answered on Mar 7, 2024
I understand this is a difficult and stressful situation. Based on the information you've provided, here are a few important points to consider:
1. Legal ownership: If the house is legally under your friend's name, they are the legal owner of the property, even if you have made... View More
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answered on Dec 4, 2023
Finding work visa jobs in Tennessee involves a few key steps. First, it's important to identify employers in Tennessee who are open to hiring international workers. Websites like LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and Indeed can be useful for job searches, allowing you to filter job postings by location and... View More
I received a letter from the immigration office stating that my Form I-751 was denied, and my stay in the United States was terminated as of June 2023. There was no specific reason given for the denial. It's my first time facing such an issue, and I'm unsure about what steps to take next.... View More
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answered on Apr 24, 2025
I understand you're going through a difficult situation with your I-751 denial. This is undoubtedly stressful, but there are clear steps you can take now.
When your Form I-751 is denied, you cannot directly appeal this decision. Instead, the denial typically comes with a Notice to... View More
I received a letter from DHS stating that my Form I-751 was denied, and I've been asked to appear before a judge on May 1st. I initially attended an interview in November 2023, but the officer told me to go home, as they hadn't received a necessary document from their head office. What... View More
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answered on Apr 21, 2025
Your Form I-751 denial has resulted in a scheduled court appearance, which is part of removal proceedings. Unlike some other immigration applications, there is no direct appeal process for I-751 denials; instead, the immigration court hearing serves as your opportunity to present your case anew... View More
I am a student on an F-1 visa studying computer science in the USA. I'm considering starting an AI-related business, possibly a website. However, I'm unsure whether I am allowed to do so and currently do not have Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Optional Practical Training (OPT).... View More
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answered on Mar 25, 2025
Starting a business while on an F-1 visa comes with significant legal restrictions. F-1 status primarily allows you to study in the US, with very limited work permissions outside of authorized CPT or OPT programs. Without these authorizations, launching an AI business could potentially violate your... View More
I am an F1 visa student in the USA and I recently applied for OPT. I received a ticket for allegedly selling beer to a minor at a gas station while helping my sister who was unwell. The buyer was 20, and the ID card scanner did not signal any issue. I have a court date in one month, and I have not... View More
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answered on Mar 21, 2025
This situation with the ticket for allegedly selling beer to a minor could potentially impact your OPT application, though the extent depends on several factors including how the case resolves. Immigration officials reviewing OPT applications do consider legal issues, but a single ticket that... View More
My friend, who is currently living in Cyprus and holds a Sudanese passport, wishes to apply for a work permit (EAD) in the United States in 2025. Sudan has Temporary Protected Status (TPS) through October 2026, and we're aware of potential changes with recent proposals. He is completing his... View More
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answered on Mar 20, 2025
You have several potential routes for your friend to obtain a US work permit, including employment-based visas and pathways through TPS, which currently extends until October 2026. However, keep in mind that recent proposals could alter the available options.
Given his background in... View More
I received my green card through marriage and spousal sponsorship a few months ago, transitioning from an F1 visa. My husband, a recent college graduate, wishes to file for unemployment while he searches for a job. We have been married for 2 years, filed taxes jointly, and recently had our first... View More
answered on Feb 18, 2025
Your husband's filing for unemployment will not negatively impact your future application for the removal of conditions on your green card
2008 - I was admitted to a US school and entered US on F1
2009 - I went out of status because didn't attend school.
2010 - I filed withholding of Removal I-589 with USCIS
2011 - Attended I-589 hearings
2012 - Attended I-589 hearings
2013 - Did not Attend... View More
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answered on Nov 22, 2024
Your situation requires careful consideration due to the previous removal order. While 10 years have passed since your departure, the removal order remains active and must be addressed before pursuing new entry.
You'll need to file Form I-212 (Application for Permission to Reapply for... View More
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