In order to obtain asylum in the United States, you must prove that you are being persecuted or have a well founded fear on account of your race,...

Can food stamps affect my case?

Your receiving food stamps as a petitioning US citizen will not adversely affect the case for your husband as long as you have the co-sponsor's...

What can my husband do to avoid deportation

He needs to hire a very good criminal lawyer to fight his case. An aggravated battery sounds serious and is likely going to be an aggravated...

My finacee was arrested for a dui. immigration passed and now he has a hold.how can i get him out??

If he has an immigration bond, you should try to pay it. If you cannot, you can ask the Detention and Removal Office that has jurisdiction in the...

Under what circumstances does CIS approve I-130/I-485 applications without having to go through an interview?

It happens, but I have not heard of it with a marriage based case (unless K-1 entry and marriage within 90 days). Ricky Malik,...

Will I have difficulties becoming a U.S. Citizen if I once lied at a port of entry saying I was a U.S. Citizen. Resident 26 yrs.

False claim to citizenship is a serious problem. Whether you were 16 or 18 can make the world of difference, and the officer was correct in that...

How can I legalize my wife?

There may be options and you need to meet with a good attorney to determine the best course. Here is how I see two possibilities: 1. If her...

Grants for immigrants?

If you mean what types of visas are available, then there are a lot. There are business, education, temporary work, permanent work, asylum,...

F2-H2B-F2

After your H-2B expires, you will either have to leave the United States or change/adjust status. Going back to F-2 may be possible depending on...

Do I have to send the original I 94 card along with the application of change of status" I 539" ? or Just a copy of it is enough

I've always sent in the original and then once approved, USCIS will send you a new one on a Form I-797A. Ricky Malik, Esq. www.rmlegal.com