Form I-130, have you ever before filed a petition for any other alien ? date of filling and result

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My husband was married before and he did petition for his wife a few years ago, she got her green card and he doesn't know about her anymore..we are not sure what to write under D-2 ( form I-130), should we leave it blank ? what to write especially under result ?

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  1. Licensed in CA

    Los Angeles Immigration Attorney
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    Answered February 27, 2013 09:46. If your husband has petitioned for someone before he must mark yes. It is important that you answer all questions honestly on any application.

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    Fullerton Immigration Attorney
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    Answered February 26, 2013 22:57. The answer is "yes." Result: approved and write the approximate date.

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    New York Immigration Attorney
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    Answered February 26, 2013 21:49. Exactly what you just said - yes.

  4. Licensed in CA

    Torrance Immigration Attorney
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    Answered February 27, 2013 00:56. The question you're referring to asks "Have you ever before filed a petition for this or any other alien?" Based on your facts, you seem to already know the answer to this question.

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  5. Lawrenceville Immigration Attorney
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    Answered February 27, 2013 09:53. Mark yes and provide the information requested. It is always a good idea to get your application reviewed by an attorney even if you don't retain one to file it for you. Hope this helps.

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