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Asked almost 3 years ago - West Haverstraw, NY
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The person who ask me this ,currently lives in mexico. he tried to cross the border illegally 5 years ago and ever since he stayed in mexico. and started college a job and such..... he said the BP agents made him sign some paperwork but he didn't know what exactly it said.
HE is 23 years old
should he go ahead and go to the embassy to apply for a visa?
Since i would like to sponsor him to work for me?.
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It depends and I would definitely need more information. Also, you definitely will want to hire an attorney to do the paperwork for you. Please give me a call monday I will give you a free consultation.
Regards,
Nick Misiti
Misiti Global, PLLC.
716 830 7960
misitiglobal@misitiglobal.com
He can go to apply for a visa, but chances of getting one is slim. However, if you give more facts to a lawyer, he/she can analyze the situation.
Good Luck
Shah Peerally
Founder and Managing Attorney of Shah Peerally Law Group PC
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