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Have you received your green card? If so, a divorce will not result in a loss of your permanent residence. Even if you are a conditional resident, you could still seek to remove the conditions even if divorced. As long as the marriage was entered in good faith, a divorce will not cause a loss of status. You can read more about removing conditions at http://myattorneyusa.com/seeking-waiver-of-joint-filing-requirement-of-uscis-from-i-751. ... Read More
Have you received your green card? If so, a divorce will not result in a loss of your permanent residence. Even if you are a conditional resident,... Read More

Is it possible to apply for a marriage green card after it been working illegally and paying taxes with my real social security?

Answered 9 years and 9 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
Yes, assuming you are married to a United States citizen. Your unauthorized employment will not bar you from adjustment of status. You will need to disclose this employment when completing the marriage-based adjustment of status package. The only issue you may face is if you claimed to be a United States citizen on any employment applications or the Form I-9. You can read more about adjustment of status at http://myattorneyusa.com/adjustment-of-immigration-status.... Read More
Yes, assuming you are married to a United States citizen. Your unauthorized employment will not bar you from adjustment of status. You will need to... Read More

Getting married on a F1

Answered 9 years and 9 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
You cannot simply take a semester off to live with your boyfriend. You could, however, look into transferring to a college or university where your boyfriend lives. This would allow you to maintain your status and live with your boyfriend. Contact colleges and universities near his place of residence to discuss the process.  Your boyfriend will need to meet affidavit of support requirements. USCIS may question his ability to support you if he does not have sufficient evidence of income and assets. You could always use a joint sponsor if necessary.  You should speak to a CPA or tax attorney about whether you needed to file an income tax return. Not everyone in the United Stares is required to file an income tax return. You can read more about adjustment of status at http://myattorneyusa.com/adjustment-of-immigration-status.... Read More
You cannot simply take a semester off to live with your boyfriend. You could, however, look into transferring to a college or university where your... Read More

If I adopt an adult will he become a citizen?

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
Most states allow adult adoption. However, a person can only obtain immigration benefits through adoption if the adoption was finalized before the individual's 16th birthday. 
Most states allow adult adoption. However, a person can only obtain immigration benefits through adoption if the adoption was finalized before the... Read More

When can the green under under EB1 (C) category be filed

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
Your organization can file an EB-1C petition at any time. You may file a concurrent Form I-485 so long package is filed prior to the expiration of your current nonimmigrant stay. Timing of the filing is important so you can continue working with interruption. You can find more information on EB-1C at http://myattorneyusa.com/eb1c-visa-category-multinational-managers-and-executives. ... Read More
Your organization can file an EB-1C petition at any time. You may file a concurrent Form I-485 so long package is filed prior to the expiration of... Read More

i-140 eb2

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
You could potentially qualify for EB2. You really need to be discussing this matter with your employer's immigration attorney. This attorney has access to all the records necessary to make a determination. If you would like a second opinion, you should request a copy of the file and schedule a consultation with an experienced immigration attorney. You can read more about employment-based immigration at http://myattorneyusa.com/employment-immigration.... Read More
You could potentially qualify for EB2. You really need to be discussing this matter with your employer's immigration attorney. This attorney has... Read More
You should put in the ending date of your J visa status. If you wish, you can add in words to the effect that your change of status to F-1 student is pending. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.  ... Read More
You should put in the ending date of your J visa status. If you wish, you can add in words to the effect that your change of status to F-1 student is... Read More
If your son's green card is expired, you do not need to submit a new I-130 on his behalf. Instead, he will need to submit an application to renew his green card.  
If your son's green card is expired, you do not need to submit a new I-130 on his behalf. Instead, he will need to submit an application to renew... Read More
I assume that you are a US citizen or permanent resident of the US. You can sponsor him on form I-130 petition for alien relative and once approved, have him go through consular processing for an immigrant visa interview at the US embassy. On the question of support, you would have to fill out the I-864 affidavit of support form, but if you do not have enough to support him financially, you can have a relative or friend of means be a cosponsor and guarantee on another form I-864 that he or she will support your husband at the time that he comes here.Unfortunately I doubt that the paperwork will clear in time for him to attend his baby's delivery.   Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.  ... Read More
I assume that you are a US citizen or permanent resident of the US. You can sponsor him on form I-130 petition for alien relative and once approved,... Read More

Sponsoring for Parents B2 VISA on I797C i.e. my H1B Visa extension is in process

Answered 10 years ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
You do not file for your parents' visitor visas. You do not sponsor your parents unless they are required by the consulate to file an affidavit of support. Your parents apply for visitor visas based upon their desire/need to travel to the United States. Your parents will need to establish strong ties to India and convince the consular official that they will return after a brief trip to the United States. Whether the visa is issued will be at the discretion of the consular official. You can read more about nonimmigrant visas at http://myattorneyusa.com/travel-visas.... Read More
You do not file for your parents' visitor visas. You do not sponsor your parents unless they are required by the consulate to file an affidavit of... Read More

how can i help my boyfriend/father of my son not get deported?

Answered 10 years ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
This is a situation where you should consult an attorney. He may be eligible for relief from removal but more information is needed about how he entered and what he was arrested for. It is important to retain an attorney as soon as possible. Your boyfriend should not sign any paperwork given him to by ICE without first speaking to an attorney. You can read more about deportation defense at http://myattorneyusa.com/removal-and-deportation-defense.... Read More
This is a situation where you should consult an attorney. He may be eligible for relief from removal but more information is needed about how he... Read More

Will I lose my permanent green card if me and my husband get divorce?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by Atty. Samuel Joseph Zermeno (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
It appears you have already removed the conditional status and are now a permanent resident.  You do not need to be married to your husband to remain a permanent resident. I would recomend you apply for naturalization as soon as possible to remove any future threat of deportation. My office can assist you with this process.  Please call for a free consultation.... Read More
It appears you have already removed the conditional status and are now a permanent resident.  You do not need to be married to your husband to... Read More

Will I lose my permanent green card if I divorce my husband?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by attorney Maria Teresa Miller   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
If you get a divorce, it is unlikely that the immigration service will try and revoke your green card unless they believe you have committed marriage fraud. If you apply for citizenship, they may ask questions regarding your relationship and whether there was fraud in your marriage. As long as you can prove there was no fraud, your card should not be taken.  ... Read More
If you get a divorce, it is unlikely that the immigration service will try and revoke your green card unless they believe you have committed marriage... Read More

How will an illegal immigrant go about going back to there home country?

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
The individual would simply leave the country. He/she could face some issues at the border but at most he/she would be processed and released.
The individual would simply leave the country. He/she could face some issues at the border but at most he/she would be processed and released.

I am trying to get a green card for my wife. I an a Citizan born here.

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
You would need to file Form I-130 on her behalf. Is your wife currently in the United States? If so, she may be able to seek adjustment of status to a lawful permanent resident. If not, she will seek an immigrant visa through consular process. You can read more about family immigration at http://myattorneyusa.com/family-immigration.... Read More
You would need to file Form I-130 on her behalf. Is your wife currently in the United States? If so, she may be able to seek adjustment of status to... Read More

How can I stay legally with my children in USA?

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
You may be able to seek asylum, but more specific information is needed about the threats you received and what you fear. This is a time where meeting with an experienced immigration attorney is best.
You may be able to seek asylum, but more specific information is needed about the threats you received and what you fear. This is a time where... Read More
You you and your spouse need to start the adjustment of status process. Your husband needs to file an immigrant visa petition on your behalf. You will concurrently file an application seeking adjustment of status to lawful permanent resident. You and your spouse can find the required forms at www.uscis.gov. ... Read More
You you and your spouse need to start the adjustment of status process. Your husband needs to file an immigrant visa petition on your behalf. You... Read More

If someone give up F4 immigration, will that influence later if he want to apply for immigration again?

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
Your father could come to the United Srares at a later time based upon a different immigrant visa. He will not be able to resurrect the petition filed by his brother if more than a year passes. It would be best to move forward with this petition if possible given he has already waited 12 years to immigrate.... Read More
Your father could come to the United Srares at a later time based upon a different immigrant visa. He will not be able to resurrect the petition... Read More

What happens if an illegal alien leaves the United States within 180 days of authorized stay?

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
Your friend must comply with the terms of her admission. She must leave the country on or before the date her authorized stay expires. Even if someone complies with their authorized stay, it is difficult to return to the United States quickly. CBP is often suspicious of an alien's intent when they remain in the country for several months and attempt to re-enter shortly thereafter. Your friend should discuss her travel plans in detail with an attorney before attempting to return to the United States.... Read More
Your friend must comply with the terms of her admission. She must leave the country on or before the date her authorized stay expires. Even if... Read More

I am a US citizen living in WI. My boyfriend is Australian, currently living in Canada on a work visa. He wants to move to the US. How can he do this?

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by Alexander Joseph Segal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
  Your interest and openness to move to another state does nothing in terms of laying the foundation for answering your question  There is no program that allows to BF of a USC to move to reside permanently in the USA. You can file a K1 visa for a fiancé but it is unclear whether your BF is also your fiancé. Keep in mind that you will be obligated to marry the fiancé within 90 days of his arrival to the USA.     Best Immigration Lawyers. ... Read More
  Your interest and openness to move to another state does nothing in terms of laying the foundation for answering... Read More

Should I file K-1 or CR-1?

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by Alexander Joseph Segal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
Now that you are divorced, you need to get married in a valid marriage ceremony. After that you could file I-130 for your spouse. Before that, he is not your husband but a fiance. You need to file K1.    Family Based Immigration
Now that you are divorced, you need to get married in a valid marriage ceremony. After that you could file I-130 for your spouse. Before that, he is... Read More
The answer depends upon whether you started the immigration process and your immigration status. There is no overnight fix. Your wife will need to wait until a Form I-130 is approved and a visa is available at which time she will apply for an immigrant visa through consular processing. At the visa interview, she will be refused due to her unlawful presence. She will be instructed to file a waiver based upon extreme hardship to you if she is denied admission. Once the waiver is approved, your wife's visa will be issued and she can return to the United States. Your wife should not attempt to enter without an approved immigrant visa as it could irreparably harm her ability to obtain a green card.... Read More
The answer depends upon whether you started the immigration process and your immigration status. There is no overnight fix. Your wife will need to... Read More

Was sponsoring girlfriends son-in-law. She leaves. Want to withdraw all personal imformation.

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
I assume you are referring to the submission of a Form I-864. You would need to send written correspondence to USCIS seeking to withdraw your sponsorship. However, you need to understand that if he has already been granted lawful permanent residence your sensor ship cannot be withdrawn.
I assume you are referring to the submission of a Form I-864. You would need to send written correspondence to USCIS seeking to withdraw your... Read More

Is the ground of divorce an issue for immigration?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by attorney Alan Lee, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
I do not believe that a divorce granted ex parte they on the ground of cruelty would hinder you in an application to immigrate to the U. S. through an employer, spouse, or self. U.S.C.I.S. is concerned with criminal convictions, not with divorce grounds such as yours. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.... Read More
I do not believe that a divorce granted ex parte they on the ground of cruelty would hinder you in an application to immigrate to the U. S. through... Read More

can I Join a company as a director and employee of a company on CPT

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by attorney Harun Kazmi   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
Yes, if that is part of your job duties and in your field per the CPT. 
Yes, if that is part of your job duties and in your field per the CPT.