QUESTION
How long will it take to petition a parent for immigration?
Asked on Oct 28th, 2011 on Immigration - Florida
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MY dad was deported to Trinidad after living here is the US for a long time. It has been 11 years since his deportation. Can I sponsor him (I am a US citizen) and how long does it take
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Assault Attorney serving Richardson, TX
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Since the consulate must make the decision it may take some time. Call with the details to discuss whether a waiver is needed if available.
Answered on Nov 01st, 2011 at 8:40 PM
Immigration and Naturalization Attorney serving San Diego, CA
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Feldman Feldman & Associates, PC
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If you are over 21, he would be an immediate relative. His case would need to be evaluated to properly advise you including a review of the reasons for his deportation and any underlying criminal record in addition to the normal factors to be looked at in an immigrant visa filing. We would be happy to advise you both if you want to schedule a paid consult (fees paid for the consult would later be credited toward his case if retains us to represent him thereafter.)
Answered on Nov 01st, 2011 at 2:17 PM
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Miller | Conway
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Depending on the exact circumstances surrounding your father's removal from the United States, he may be able to re-enter the country after ten (10) years. Assuming you are over the age of twenty-one (21) you, a U.S. citizen child, are eligible to sponsor your father for a green card. That said, additional facts are needed to give an accurate response to your question. Contact an immigration attorney with questions regarding your case.
Answered on Oct 31st, 2011 at 6:42 PM
LCA Audits and Investigations Attorney serving Houston, TX
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Fong Ilagan
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It depends on the reason for the deportation and if he needs and qualifies for the waiver.
Answered on Oct 31st, 2011 at 6:18 PM
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Sheppard Mullin
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If he does not have any other issue, you can petition for him and it will take about 5-6 months for the USCIS to adjudicate I-130 visa petition. If approved, it will take another 4-6 months for national visa center and the embassy to schedule interview
Answered on Oct 31st, 2011 at 6:17 PM
William C. Gosnell
You can sponsor him. But the backlog is tremendous. It will take s some time.
Answered on Oct 31st, 2011 at 6:11 PM
You can petition your dad. The application process takes between 8 to 12 months. Although more than 10 years passed since he was deported, you should consult with an experienced immigration attorney who can review the grounds for this deportation to make sure your dad can be granted an immigrant visa.
Answered on Oct 31st, 2011 at 6:07 PM
Bankruptcy Attorney serving Santa Ana, CA
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You will need to petition for him and he will need to file for a waiver because of his last deportation. This could take 6-18 months to complete.
Answered on Oct 31st, 2011 at 6:06 PM
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If your father was only barred for 10 years, then your petition for your dad plus visa processing time should not be more than 8 months or so.
Answered on Oct 31st, 2011 at 5:55 PM
Corporate & Incorporation Attorney serving Coral Gables, FL
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Yes, you may, given that more than 10 years have elapsed.
Answered on Oct 31st, 2011 at 5:54 PM