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Can someone be holding a stamped F1 visa, and an approved H1B petition simultaneously? Can he switch from F1 to H1B in the US?
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Answered on June 06, 2017
Generally speaking, a nonimmigrant can only hold one status at a time but he can have two valid visas in his passport. Nonimmigrants can, if they...
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Does an individual need to stay outside the U.S. for 6 months period, in between two consecutive visits on a B-2 tourist visa?
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Answered on June 05, 2017
There is no hard and fast rule on this. The more time a B2 visitor spends here relative to the amount of time they spend abroad (especially in...
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Travel to Canada or outside USA with changing status from tourist to student?
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Answered on June 02, 2017
She might benefit from automatic visa revalidation. She should speak with an attorney.
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I got I 797 B instead of I 797 A? I 94 expired months back- please tell me how much unlawful Presence I am in ?
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Answered on June 02, 2017
There is not enough information to determine this but there is a lot of reason to be concerned. Who is the immigration team and why are they not...
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From I-730 denied
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Answered on June 02, 2017
You have to prove that you were legally married to your wife before you were granted asylum. Under U.S. law, if you were not divorced from your...
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I don't know if the grandfather clause applies to me. I have been here since 1972. Does it matter what month?
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Answered on June 01, 2017
Registry requires entry before January 1, 1972, among other requirements. Having books published is helpful if you need to self-petition under an...
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Does the grandfather clause apply to a foreigner who has lived in the Unites States for decades?
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Answered on June 01, 2017
You might qualify under the residency program. Please consult with an experienced immigration attorney.
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What would happen if I made this mistake in citizenship application?
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Answered on June 01, 2017
This is a common oversight. In my experience, you will be able to write this information on the back of the photos during your interview.
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My J1 visa expires in about 2 weeks . I got married last week. Am i allowed to stay here?
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Answered on June 01, 2017
While you are not allowed to remain in the U.S. once your J-1 and grace period expire, the fact that you have remained here past the expiration of...
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Stay in USA after green card?
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Answered on June 01, 2017
In some circumstances, yes. It depends on the details of your immigration history, the basis for your green card application, your ties to the...
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