If I have just applied to F1 (student visa), can I cancel the request and apply to an immigrant visa?

The first thing is that DHS often moves quickly to check the status of F-1 students who fall out of status. It may interrupt your asylum case. ...

Quit employment after I-140 approval

There is something called "portability", which allows an individual to continue the permanent resident process if they leave their employer. The...

Can I renew an I-485 employment based in immigration court?

I assume you have a major problem with unauthorized stay since you haven't cured the 245k ineligibility by departing the country and reentering. In...

H1B- In 30 days I'll be getting laid off and I would like to know if I get married to US citizen do I still have to leave US ?

The act of marrying a USC does not by itself provide you with any immigration benefit. I would guess you know that. What it does is provide you...

While our I 485 (EB1C) is pending my wife today was taken into custody for shoplifting at a retail store that she works for?

In Illinois most retail shoplifting crimes under $350 (or so) are charged under local ordinance or as a misdemeanor offense with maximum sentence...

Visa and I-94 expired on Sept 23, 2011. Attorney applied for new H1B after expiry with premium processing. What are my chances?

Normally, the decision whether to grant the H-1B petition is separate from whether you maintained status. Thus, your overstay should not affect...

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In my opinion it will probably go through although it could be challenged. There is no way of knowing in advance. because DOL isn't necessarily...

Need suggestion for green card for L1A visa holder

The first thing is that in some circumstances an L-1A can file directly for permanent residency without going through labor certification. You...

My husband was granted voluntary departure to Mexico by a Judge in chicago illinois im a us citizen how do i get him back

Your explanation is too simple for a very good answer. I can state you need immediatel legal counsel to determine if the matter can be reopened or...

Do I have to file for "Adjustment of Status"? I thought I was done with my green card process but now I hear that I have to..

If your marriage was less than 2 years old at time you obtained permanent residence, it is granted conditionally, meaning it will be granted for...