Does she wish to reside her permanently? Are you over 21? What was her intent upon entering the USA on her last arrival? More facts are needed to know. Discuss with counsel. Some of us give free consults and counsel anywhere in the US can represent your mom.

There are different immigration options through which an individual can apply to live in the United States. From the information you provided, It cannot be determined if any of the options would be applicable to you.

I would suggest speaking with an immigration attorney, explain the... View More

A restraining order of any kind is not a conviction for a crime. If there is an underlying criminal conviction, that could be an issue. You should speak with an immigration attorney who has experience dealing with the impact of the violation of Wisconsin statutes on immigration status.

No, you must file the I-130, first. Note that there may be reasons to disqualify her from adjustment of status. She cannot work until she has work authorization.

I strongly recommend an appointment with a competent and experienced immigration attorney before filing, so there are not any... View More

He can ask for another extension but it is likely to be denied as immigration will probably see it as his attempt to live and work in the U.S. (immigrant intent).

Typically the US citizen's credit score is not considered in terms of whether they are eligible to sponsor their spouse. What is considered is their income during the last tax year (with a W-2 or 1099 to prove it), their current employment and income which can be documented by a letter from... View More

Generally, the visa must be used within 6 months.

It's quite possible it will. You should consult an experienced immigration attorney for assistance with this matter.

This appears highly questionable. She may have been solicited by a snakehead or scamming organization that engages in the unauthorized practice of law.

I strongly recommend an appointment with a competent and experienced immigration attorney before there are any complications.

Technically you could start the spousal visa process now and still apply for a visitor visa. If the visa is granted, there is still no guarantee of admittance by CBP. If you are admitted, as long as you leave on time and still process your immigrant visa through the consulate, there's no... View More

You should definitely contact an immigration attorney for assistance as there are multiple options.

Marrying so quickly, and applying for the Green Card, can be considered visa fraud. USCIS looks at whether it was your intention to be an immigrant on a non-immigrant visa and then acts accordingly. That said, it is possible to do it given the right conditions, though the safe way is to return home... View More

I would not suggest postponing your Green Card interview unless your dental work is medically necessary and cannot be rescheduled. It is not easy to reschedule with USCIS, you can likely have your dental work done anytime by any dentist.

Some of these issues are best considered before a job or internship is accepted in a less immigrant friendly state like Wisconsin. I strongly recommend an appointment with a competent and experienced immigration attorney to consider all of your options. Good luck.

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He will never lose his social security number, but he can lose lawful permanent resident status based upon abandonment. His decision to leave the U. S. for more than a year has arguable consequences. The old I-551 cards do not change the law on abandonment. The cards are the property of the U.... View More

First, do what you can to stay in and get an honorable. Check with JAG corps on that. For immigration, you want to connect with a member of AILA in Madison.

There is a type of therapy called EMDR that is good for anxiety and any PTS you may have from harassment. If there are support... View More

The agency probably assumes he is undocumented because you didn’t submit his SS#. If he is a permanent resident, he is a legal alien.

It is hard to say what the agency wants. Your best bet might be to go the office with which you are working or write a letter to explain the situation.

Sometimes that is possible, though the fact that your fiancé is not in Spain legally might impact his case. You might try contacting visasmadrid@state.gov to find the answer.

No. J status will not be granted unless you can demonstrate that you have no intention of remaining permanently in the US. You have already applied for permanent residence in the US.

If you are a US citizen and the kids were under 18 years of age at the time of your marriage to her, file I-130 forms for each of them.