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Is there a way for him to apply for a green card, other than employment in the current economy?
Asked on Jan 13th, 2013 on Immigration - Nevada
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My nephew is over 21 and has been in the US on F-1 visa for over 10 years. He is about to receive a doctoral degree. All answers will be appreciated.
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Law Offices of Alan R. Diamante APLC
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Yes. He can apply for a h1b and then the greencard.
Answered on Jan 17th, 2013 at 2:16 PM
Unless he qualifies on his own under the classification of being an alien of extraordinary ability (in his area of science, arts, business, etc), there is no way for him to self petition for a green card. It has to be through either employment or through a family-based petition.
Answered on Jan 17th, 2013 at 2:16 PM
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Law Office of Jeffrey Lisnow
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There may or may not be things that can be done for him. Your best bet is to spend the money on a consultation with an experienced Immigration Attorney who can guide you after a thorough analysis. Many of us will do them over the telephone as well.
Answered on Jan 16th, 2013 at 9:10 PM
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Edward D. Flint Attorney at Law
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All immigration questions are complex, fact-intensive and no definite answer can be given without meeting you in person and going over all of your life history and documents. A competent immigration attorney can help you apply for the relief you qualify for under the law and make sure your USCIS applications are the right forms done the right way.
Answered on Jan 16th, 2013 at 8:58 PM
Robert E. West
He is better off finding a sponsor maybe for an H-1 visa first.
Answered on Jan 16th, 2013 at 8:54 PM