I know someone who took their child from school in Colombia, with out the fathers permission. She then illegally brought the child to United States where one of their family members have given them money to move across state lines and for expenses. The mother will leave her child with strangers for... Read more »
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answered on May 16, 2023
The situation you have described is concerning, and it appears to involve complex legal and child welfare issues. Here are some general suggestions for the best course of action:
Contact law enforcement: Given the serious nature of the situation, it is advisable to contact the appropriate... Read more »
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I’m going India from May 20 to June 28. My AP is going to expire in mid of Nov and my attorney asked me to apply for renewal 180 days before its expiration date, means I will have to put AP for renewal somewhere in mid of May. I was wondering if traveling on H1b may cause any... Read more »
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answered on May 16, 2023
Traveling while your Advance Parole (AP) is under renewal process can potentially impact your pending I-485 application. Here are a few factors to consider:
Valid H-1B visa: If you have a valid H-1B visa stamp in your passport and your H-1B status is still valid, you can travel... Read more »
Hello,
I’m going India from May 20 to June 28. My AP is going to expire in mid of Nov and my attorney asked me to apply for renewal 180 days before its expiration date, means I will have to put AP for renewal somewhere in mid of May. I was wondering if traveling on H1b may cause any... Read more »
answered on May 8, 2023
Yes, it is generally okay to travel on H1B while the Advance Parole (AP) application is under renewal process. However, you should keep in mind that traveling outside of the US while your AP application is pending may be considered as abandoning your application. Therefore, it is recommended that... Read more »
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answered on May 16, 2023
If you are an F-1 student who was arrested for a Class A misdemeanor, but no case was filed and the case was subsequently expunged, you may still be able to travel home and renew your visa. However, it is important to keep the following points in mind:
Review your visa application: When... Read more »
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answered on Apr 29, 2023
If the USCIS officer requested a new joint sponsor after your interview, you may need to submit a new Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, with the information and supporting documents for the new joint sponsor.
You should submit the new Form I-864 along with any other required documentation... Read more »
How can I stay permanently in the States with my husband?
answered on May 9, 2023
A green card through marriage to a US citizen is the most common way to become a permanent resident. The spouse of a US citizen is an “immediate relative”. This means that there is no limit on the number of people who can obtain green cards through marriage to US citizens.
The US... Read more »
How can I stay permanently in the States with my husband?
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answered on Apr 29, 2023
If you are a UK citizen married to an American citizen but are only allowed to be in the US for 3 months at a time on your current visa, there are several options to explore for obtaining permanent residency in the US:
Marriage-based green card: If you are married to a US citizen, you may... Read more »
answered on Apr 27, 2023
Yes, you can add a joint sponsor, but NVC must approve the request before you are able to upload any documents for that person. You would need to go to the affidavit of support tab and choose "add sponsor" and then provide the requested information. NVC then takes 1-2 days to review the... Read more »
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answered on Apr 29, 2023
If you need to add a new joint sponsor for an immigration application, such as an Affidavit of Support for a family member, you may be able to do so by submitting a new Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, with the new joint sponsor's information and supporting documents.
You should check... Read more »
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answered on Apr 29, 2023
If your mother does not have a birth certificate anymore and was asked to provide it by an embassy, she may need to explore alternative options for proving her identity and date of birth.
One option is to obtain a certified copy of her birth record from the government agency that maintains... Read more »
My US citizen sister sponsored me via I130 application which is in approved status, since then my parents are both US citizens. Can my F4 family category be upgraded to F2 based on my parents citizenship and does that slow down or accelarate my application?my current F4 priority date is April3,2011
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answered on Apr 29, 2023
If your sister sponsored you via an I-130 application and it is currently in approved status, it is not possible to upgrade the family category from F4 to F2 based on your parents' citizenship.
Each family category has its own set of eligibility criteria and priority dates, and you can... Read more »
My US citizen sister sponsored me via I130 application which is in approved status, since then my parents are both US citizens. Can my F4 family category be upgraded to F2 based on my parents citizenship and does that slow down or accelarate my application?my current F4 priority date is April3,2011
answered on Apr 26, 2023
No, those are two separate visa categories, and you cannot utilize the prior F4 priority date on any newly filed petition. If your parent files an I-130 for you, as a U.S. citizen, it would be either F1 or F3, depending on if you are married or not. Or if you are under the age of 21 and unmarried,... Read more »
I am not sure if I am considered to be a legal immigrant or not. I entered the USA through the San Ysidro port of entry with the CBP One app. I have the I-94 form with the DT status on hand. I am also filing an I-589 application form to proceed with my asylum-seeking process faster. I am currently... Read more »
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answered on Apr 29, 2023
An asylum seeker who has filed an I-589 form is not considered to be a legal immigrant until their asylum application is approved and they are granted asylum status.
As an asylum seeker, you are allowed to remain in the US while your asylum application is pending, and you may be eligible to... Read more »
I’m on the waiting period to see an immigration judge, my lawyer said I probably get it by the end of the year. And I need to be able to drive, I’m going crazy like this, please help! Thank you
answered on Apr 21, 2023
more information is needed. How are you in the process of becoming a lawful permanent resident? You are facing removal, correct?
how do you qualify for employment authorization card? did you file for adjustment? Did you file for Asylum? Do you have a well-founded fear based on one or more... Read more »
I’m on the waiting period to see an immigration judge, my lawyer said I probably get it by the end of the year. And I need to be able to drive, I’m going crazy like this, please help! Thank you
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answered on Apr 23, 2023
In Texas, it is possible to obtain an occupational driver license (ODL) while on the process of becoming a resident. An ODL is a restricted license that allows you to legally drive a non-commercial vehicle for work, school, or essential household activities, even if your regular driver license has... Read more »
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answered on Apr 23, 2023
If your partner previously worked using a fake social security number, it could potentially have an impact on her chances of obtaining legal status through marriage. The use of a fake social security number could be considered fraud, and could result in your partner being barred from receiving... Read more »
I was hoping to surprise my partner with a trip to Washington DC but is he allowed to fly? He has a passport but not a license. Will tsa stop and ask him questions? Or deport him? He has had 13 deportation.
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answered on Apr 23, 2023
It is important to note that if your partner is not in the United States legally, there is a risk of deportation if he encounters immigration authorities while traveling. However, the specific risks will depend on a number of factors, including his current immigration status, any prior... Read more »
answered on Apr 12, 2023
You can file a renewal application as early as 120 days before your current travel document expires, and it's a good idea to submit the renewal as early as possible. The renewal travel document is usually processed within the same timeframe as that for the initial application: 150 days or... Read more »
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answered on Apr 6, 2023
Si ha recibido una orden de deportación por no asistir a una audiencia programada, es posible que pueda apelar la decisión si puede demostrar que su ausencia fue debido a una enfermedad grave, como COVID-19.
Para apelar, deberá presentar una moción de reconsideración ante el tribunal... Read more »
My wife and I were comfortable with the attorney we spoke to because he convinced us that he had done many cases like ours and we signed the contract with the law office because we were under the impression that he would be taking the case like he specifically stated he would, well come to find... Read more »
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answered on Apr 6, 2023
If an attorney explicitly stated that he would be personally taking on a case and then later assigns the case to another attorney within the same law firm, this can be considered a breach of contract and a violation of the attorney's ethical obligations.
Clients have the right to be... Read more »
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