When you say the i-130takes about 5 months that does not include the visa processing part? so its adtionally time added on?:>

No - this does NOT include the visa processing (either of the two parts - NVC processing here in the U.s., or the wait for an appointment at the...

What can we do now?

Yes, it can be filed now with a copy of the Receipt Notice for the I-130. Speak with an attorney for further advice and to ensure that the process...

Can an immigration lawyer play an advisory role, instead of being a formal lawyer?

To clarify: all fees for the PERM labor certification portion of a green card case - attorney's fees, advertisements, etc. - MUST come from the...

Can i apply for Green Card while on OPT instead of H1B?

The problem with doing this is, OPT is still basically a part of your F-1 student admission to the U.S. the F-1 visa requires the intent to not...

H1B visas are for 6 years total? Even if it means I have been working in 3 different companies in 3 years?

You get six years total (with a couple of exceptions, which I'll get to). Not six years per company. Within the six years, you can have as many...

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How do i obtain permanent residency for my husband?

Speak with a lawyer about this. To get permanent residency through you as a citizen here in the U.s. it is OK that he has no current status as...

L1b to l1a

Speak with a lawyer about this. We would need to know why your L-1A was denied - was insufficient evidence presented about the...

Can i apply for a job and chang my visa status from f1 to h1b? thx.

Yes, you can. You have already obtained at least a Bachelor's level degree - the requirement for an H-1B, and if you have a job offer from a...

How long does the i-130 and the spouse visa take to finish an average.

I'm assuming from the question that you are already married and are talking about a green card based on marriage, rather than a fiance visa. The...

Fiance Visa

You will definitely need to demonstrate sufficient income for support - normally done with taxes, and you should speak with a U.S. tax professional...