After how long is an F1 Masters candidate eligible for OPT/CPT?

F-1 students are generally authorized to work only on their school’s campus. In fact, your ability to work on-campus is “incident to status”...

I am a British Citizen and I overstayed my I-94 visa waiver 4 years ago, but left before 180 days, can i enter without a visa?

No. Because you stayed past the date authorized by the Department of Homeland Security, you will be ineligible for the Visa Waiver Program and may...

My dad got deported a few years ago, is he still eligible to get his SSI?

I agree with both of my colleagues. He is not eligible to receive SSI outside of the U.S.

Am i gonna have to wait till daca expires?

No. That is not true. You can apply for advance parole if you intend to travel for very limited (humanitarian, employment or educational)...

How do I sponsor someone to immigrate to the U.S.?

Unfortunately, your father cannot sponsor his niece for an immigration benefit. If your father is a U.S. citizen, he may be able to sponsor his...

Can i travel on T non immigrant status?

Yes, a person with T nonimmigrant status may travel outside of the United States on their T-visa for 4 years.T nonimmigrants should still proceed...

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How long does it take to renew EAD after biometrics with receipts starting with MSC.

Applicants for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) and or Advance Parole (AP) extensions can request to renew the EAD and/or AP up to 120...

I filed i130 and i485 for my mom in Ghana. submitted all papers but she is here in the US. What can i do.thanks

As my colleague pointed out, if your mother is here in the U.S. in lawful status, she will be eligible to adjust status. However, if your mother...

My husband got deported for drug charges

Attempting to enter the U.S. without permission after a past deportation or one year's total stay in the U.S. results in permanent inadmissibility....

Hello! Can I get a tourist visa ( B2) after living illegal 4 years in the USA or its already impossible?

It depends. Yes, you are correct that she is barred from reentering the U.S. under an immigration benefit for 10 years since she accrued over 1...