In order for an adoption to be recognized for immigration purposes, the adoption must be completed before the child's 16th birthday. Since you did...

Aunt petitioned my father. It was submitted in 04/29/04 and notice of approval was received on 01/24/08. Any advice?

For the month of August 2012, visas are available in this category (Family Fourth Preference) for petitions filed before February 15, 2001, so your...

How long it might take to get a green card from my parents?

Since your parents just became residents, either one (or both) could file a petition for you. Since you are over 21, the petition would fall within...

I have 12 years living in chicago .so i want to know if maybe i can get my green card.so i really want my residence in us,

You need to make an appointment with an experienced immigration attorney near you to consult with him/her as to what options may be available to...

I have a tourist visa and want to change my status for a student visa

First find a school which you are considering attending, and then contact that school to find out if it is accredited by the USCIS to accept...

Can I submit my expired passport instead?

The USCIS will want to see your birth certificate to prove your age eligibility. The passport is not acceptable as a substitute, especially when a...

I came to the united stated when i was 15, left then came back. I am now 28, im i still qualify for the defferred action?

You need to review the rules for the "Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals" program as issued by DHS. The FAQs recently issued contain the...

How long will it take to get my husbands green card and social security number?

The first thing is whether he is eligible to apply for his permanent residence here in the US or if he will have to process his case through the US...

Hello Sir/Madam, Currently I am in USA on L1B, My H1 has approved with Consular Process, can i apply for COS?

You can file for a change of status beginning October 1, or you can return to your home country to get a new H1B visa placed in your passport....

Where can i find out how long my deportation is

How long you may be required to remain outside the US depends on the reason for your deportation. It may be for 10 years or it may be for life. An...