Change of status from B2 to J1

You are correct that choosing international travel is a choice you really need to consider carefully given all the possible things that can go...

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Academic Probation is a school related status and doesn't really tell much about how your status is reported on SEVIS, the Student and Exchange...

In case I-485 is denied

The short answer to your question is "yes" with one condition. You may refile for Adjustment if you are still in lawful nonimmigrant status. You...

How to apply for parents green card

You are correct. You can petition for your parents and they can apply for Adjustment of Status. This process will result in the grant of "Lawful...

Can an american with 800 monthly SSD marry and file an affidavit of support for an H1B holder?

Let's break this down. First, your US citizen spouse must submit an affidavit of support even if their income is $0. Second, you must be able...

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Your case requires a lawyer, but in the spirit of Avvo, here are some thoughts. In order to return to the US after a removal/deportation order...

My husband would like for his mother to move with us from Colombia. How do we go about this.

The other option is that if your mother-in-law just wants to come and visit, the path of least resistance is to apply for a B-2 visa as a Visitor...

My husband has been a perminent resident since 1990. we were married in 2006. Can her petition for his mom to come to the US?

Your husband is not eligible to petition for his mother for lawful permanent residence, because he is not a lawful permanent resident (LPR). Your...

Marriage to a European citizen who has overstayed a Visa Waiver

The general rule about the Visa Waiver Program is that you can not extend, adjust or change your status from VWP. The good news is that there is...

Is my status legal or illegal ?

You ask an excellent question. Immigration law does not declare anyone "legal" or "illegal". You are either lawfully present or unlawfully present....