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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... View 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... View 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... View 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,... View 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... View 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... View 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... View 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... View 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... View 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... View 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... View 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... View 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... View 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... View 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... View More
answered on Mar 29, 2023
You would have to review the contract you signed with the attorney and see what it says regarding representation. For example, if another associate at the law firm will be the one who will be representing you, you need to see what the contract says regarding associate attorneys, etc. You should... View More
We signed up my son in a soccer club. Once we submitted his birth certificate and they noticed he is an illegal immigrant they started asking questions like: when he entered the US, are parents or siblings us citizens etc... I felt very overwhelmed and now I'm not sure if we should be... View More
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answered on Mar 19, 2023
It is not appropriate for a soccer club or any organization to ask for information regarding immigration status or citizenship. You have the right to protect your family's privacy and to not answer any questions that you are uncomfortable with.
In general, organizations are not... View More
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answered on Mar 5, 2023
The processing time for an N-600, Application for Certificate of Citizenship, can vary depending on various factors, including the complexity of the case, the workload of the USCIS office handling the application, and any additional information or documentation needed to make a decision.
If... View More
I am a US Citizen and filed out an I-130 for my married son over 21. He has 2 kids. They live outside of the US. I was able to get expedited processing and approval for my I-130 on humanitarian grounds - I have a medical condition and do not have much time left. When i went to... View More
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answered on Mar 2, 2023
If your son's spouse was not included in the original I-130 petition, you will need to file a separate I-130 petition for her. You can do this by filling out and submitting a new I-130 form, along with all necessary supporting documents and fees.
Once the new petition is approved, your... View More
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answered on Mar 2, 2023
It is possible for someone to be deported from the United States for a conviction of shoplifting, even if it is their first offense and involves a small amount of money. Under U.S. immigration law, certain criminal convictions, including theft offenses such as shoplifting, can be considered... View More
My parents are offshore and I will be filing i130 visa application to sponsor my family, want to know if I have to file separate application for my brother who is less than 21 years old.
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answered on Feb 26, 2023
You can include your brother in the same I-130 application that you file for your parents. As long as your brother is under 21 and unmarried, he can be included as a derivative beneficiary on your parents' application. If your brother is over 21 or married, he would need his own separate I-130... View More
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I am a Cameroon passport holder, and I entered the US with a B1 visa and then overstayed it because of circumstances I couldn't control. I was in the US illegally for approximately six months when my country became eligible for TPS. I applied for and received TPS, an... View More
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answered on Feb 25, 2023
It is ultimately up to the discretion of the US consulate to determine your eligibility for a G-4 visa, but having a previous overstay on your record could make it more difficult to obtain the visa. You should be prepared to explain the circumstances of your overstay and provide any documentation... View More
His case is pending with Uscis but his uvisa ead got approved recently.
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answered on Feb 25, 2023
Winning the green card lottery should not affect your boyfriend's ability to adjust status based on his pending U visa application. The U visa and the Diversity Visa (DV) lottery are two separate programs with different eligibility requirements and application processes.
However, it is... View More
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