USCIS requires I130A. If the beneficiary is out of country, I130A may not be signed by the beneficiary.

Yes, I-130 can be filed online and once you get the receipt notice, you can mail I-485 with I-130 receipt notice. It may not be a general...

Congratulations on your naturalization! At this time this is the true scenario at almost all USCIS offices. Many of the oath ceremonies are done...

Can we change the spouse previous legal name in n400 at the interview

At the time of interview, interviewing officer would ask you if you want to change the name. You can give the name that you want to use for your...

Yes, you can file for your sister as you both have the same mother and thus qualify for siblings. It may take several years before the the visa...

Yes, mom would still get the owed arrears for child support. She would not owe any child support while in the jail.

11 years ago my husband overstayed his ESTA for over 180 days but left on his own, is that information included on DS-160

Any overstay or accrued unlawful presence should be reported on the DS 160 form. It is always necessary to report correct information on the forms.

Updating SSN After Green Card?

You should update your SSN after getting Legal Permanent Residency and getting naturalization to avoid all future employments issues, tax...

How long does it take to process an appeal after I-129 is denied?Can someone enter the lottery while the appeal is in process?

There is no specific timeline for USCIS to make make a decision on MTR/Appeal. Practically, to say that six months or longer would not be...

Will 485 interview give notice one month earlier than the interview date? Can I get green card with expired passport?

You may be able to renew your passport from within the USA depending on the rules of your home country. Contact the local embassy in the USA. You...