Overstayed student visa, how long would the work visa process take and about how much would it cost?

Attorney answers (3)

1. 

   Carl ShustermanPro

   Los Angeles Immigration Attorney

   Contributor Level 20

   

   Visit website

   7

   Lawyers agree

   2

   Helpful votes

   Answered March 10, 2013 20:15. You will have to obtain your H-1B (?) visa abroad. You do not seem to have accrued any unlawful presence since you were in D/S status.
   
   Please click the link below for additional information.
   
   ---------
   Carl Shusterman, Esq.
   Former INS Trial Attorney (1976-82)
   Board Certified Immigration Attorney (1986 - Present)
   Schedule a Legal Consultation - Know Your Rights!
   600 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1550
   Los Angeles, CA 90017
   (213) 394-4554 x0
   Web: www.shusterman.com (English)
   www.inmigracion-abogado.com (Spanish)

   (213) 394-4554 x0 Mr. Shusterman is a former INS Trial Attorney (1976-82) with over 35 years of immigration... more(213) 394-4554 x0 Mr. Shusterman is a former INS Trial Attorney (1976-82) with over 35 years of immigration experience. His response to your question is general in nature, as not all the facts are known to him. You should retain an attorney experienced in immigration law to review all the facts in your case in order to receive advice specific to your case. Mr. Shusterman's statement above does not create an attorney/client relationship. less

   • Unlawful Presence & Waivers

   • Mark as helpful
   • Flag
2. 

   Alena ShautsovaPro

   Brooklyn Immigration Attorney

   Contributor Level 20

   

   EmailVisit website

   4

   Helpful votes

   Answered March 10, 2013 19:19. If you overstayed for long, you may not be able to change your status...

   Att. number 917-885-2261 This advice does not create an attorney client relationship. No specific legal advice may... moreAtt. number 917-885-2261 This advice does not create an attorney client relationship. No specific legal advice may be offered by the lawyer until a conflicts check is undertaken. Information sent through a web form or via email may not be treated as confidential. Please accept my apologies for spelling mistakes. Law Office of Alena Shautsova , New York Immigration Attorney http://www.shautsova.com Blog: http://www.russianspeakinglawyerny.com less

   • Mark as helpful
   • 1 comment
   • Flag
3. 

   Alexander SegalPro

   New York Immigration Attorney

   Contributor Level 20

   

   EmailVisit website

   1

   Lawyer agrees

   1

   Helpful vote

   Answered March 10, 2013 19:02. How long overstayed?

   NYC EXPERIENCED IMMIGRATION ATTORNEYS www.myattorneyusa.com; email: info@myattorneyusa.com; Phone: (866)... moreNYC EXPERIENCED IMMIGRATION ATTORNEYS www.myattorneyusa.com; email: info@myattorneyusa.com; Phone: (866) 456-­8654; Fax: 212-964-0440; Cell: 212-202-0325. The information contained in this answer is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice on any subject matter.For legal advice please contact us directly through one of the above. less

   • Mark as helpful
   • 8 comments
   • Flag