Why USCIS showing Case Was Received on April 1, 2009 at My Local Office?

The online system is not always accurate. An I130 does not go to the NVC unless it is approved.

I539 receipt has not been received but amount was deducted by USCIS. Are they legally allowed to stay even after I-94 expires?

This is a complicated question. There are risks involved in staying, especially if the extension is denied. Also, make sure you use the most recent...

How to get the H1B - Denial notice from USCIS?

If an attorney filed the H-1B, the attorney is also your attorney and should share it with you.

B2 to H4 visa for my Father

No, an H4 visa is not available to a parent of an H1B. He needs to find another visa option.

Failure to disclose criminal history can cause a separate basis for the denial of your application and prevent you from reapplying until either 3...

Late filing for removal of conditions on 2 year green card?

It is important that you file as quickly as you can and you review the memo on late filing of I-751 petitions. Among other things, you should...

When can my wife quit her school?

The safest thing to do is for her to maintain nonimmigrant status until her green card application is approved. Otherwise, if her application is...

The is no law that says that you can't visit your home country after getting a marriage-based green card. However, such a visit could be seen as...

How do I get my citizenship?

Citizens of the Republic of Marshall Islands have a unique immigration status....

How can I know about visa availability if i don't understand the dates on the visa bulletin ?

Minor unmarried children of U.S. citizens are immediate relatives and do not have to worry about the visa bulletin because there are an unlimited...