QUESTION
Should I do papers for a visitor's visa or should I do her residence papers?
Asked on Nov 20th, 2012 on Immigration - Michigan
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I'm a US citizen and I want my mom to visit for a couple of months. She does not wish to stay but she wants to come often to see me. Does it matter that I just turned 21?
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You pose a detailed fact pattern. Consult with an experienced immigration attorney to review your case BEFORE you move forward and make costly mistakes both in time and money.
Answered on Nov 25th, 2012 at 5:54 PM
If she does not want to stay in the US on a permanent basis, it makes little sense to petition for her permanent residence. However, if she is not able to get a visitor's visa, that may be your only option if you want her to be able to come visit.
Answered on Nov 25th, 2012 at 5:54 PM
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If you are over 21, you should have no problems. However, I strongly suggest that you contact an experienced immigration attorney for a face-to-face consultation and give him/her all of the facts surrounding your situation. He/she would then be in a better position to analyze your case, advise you of your options and make sure that the necessary paperwork and documentation is presented so as not to delay the process.
Answered on Nov 23rd, 2012 at 7:31 AM
Rebecca T White
If she doesn't wish to remain in the US she should apply for a visitor visa. It may be denied if it seems likely she could stay in the US. However, a greencard would only make sense if she was going to spend enough time in the US to maintain status.
Answered on Nov 23rd, 2012 at 6:49 AM
A visitor's visa is more appropriate. You mother will have to show that she does not intend to live in the US, she just wants to visit you. She will need to show ties to her country so that she will go back after her visit.
Answered on Nov 21st, 2012 at 9:07 AM