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Is there any way a nonresident, convicted attempted aggravated felon can stay in US, even if he married a US citizen?
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Answered on January 02, 2010
A conviction for an attempt to commit an aggravated felony is included in the definition of an aggravated felony. See 8 USC Section 1101(a)(43)(U)....
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Can you request for voluntary departure without having court proceedings?
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Answered on January 02, 2010
It is possible for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to grant a period of voluntary departure without court proceedings. But whether you...
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Out of Status on k-1 Visa (1-94 Expired)
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Answered on January 02, 2010
A K-1 visa entrant is ineligible to adjust his or her status on any other basis than through marriage to the K-visa petitioner (see INA Section...
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H1b cancellation and F1 visa application - Do I need to cancel te H1b visa to ensure smooth processing of F1 visa asper guy@VFS?
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Answered on January 02, 2010
From your description, it is hard to discern whether the consulate issued the H-1B visa in your passport, or simply issued a 221(g) letter...
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I was convicted of a theft felony in 2005. I was later told that I might have problems with immigration. Will I get deported?
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Answered on January 02, 2010
It could be a matter of great concern. Most theft offenses are considered crimes involving moral turpitude (CIMTs) which may render the person...
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I was on H1 visa and now I lost my job and my wife is on Green card and she is about get her citizenship.I dont have visa.
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Answered on December 16, 2009
Someone who entered the U.S. lawfully but has fallen out of status may still apply for lawful resident status when his wife is a U.S. citizen. You...
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Should i just consider getting married or just try to reinstate
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Answered on December 16, 2009
Generally an F-1 student must apply for within 5 months of a violation of status, and also meet other criteria. You should discuss your eligibility...
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US Visitor Visa while staying in US (L1)
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Answered on December 16, 2009
While a change of status in the U.S. may be a possibility, it is also possible that an L-2 will be considered to maintain his status in the U.S....
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Does the issue affect the result of my green card application? should i mention it in the application?
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Answered on December 16, 2009
Going to school on a B-1 visa is not a crime. But your complicated history of entries and departures on a visitor visa and then a student visa...
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Can F-1 (International Student) apply for asylum?
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Answered on December 16, 2009
In general if an asylum applicant is maintaining lawful nonimmigrant status, the USCIS does not refer an unsuccessful applicant for a removal...