Before they can even consider filing for asylum, it must be determined if they are eligible for asylum. If they are in danger of being persecuted...

You need the approval of your consulate, and you can file that form together with your I-539 application for change of status.

The sixty day period is discretionary so it is possible you might be able to stay the remainder of the sixty day grace period. Yes, you can leave...

There are many different things that would qualify one for a work permit. For example there are asylees, aliens with Temporary Protected Status,...

Very likely about the prior abandonment of status and the manner of admission to the U.S. since that time. Hard to say without knowing the entire...

You can check aila.org for an attorney near your father or near you. He may need to file for asylum, withholding of removal and relief under the...

First check the normal processing times. If you are beyond that, send USCIS an inquiry, and save your records. I suggest to contact them every 60...

It took 17 years for the 2009 petitions to become current. If yours also takes 17 years, it should be available in 2027 or 2028 or so.

Once your visa becomes current, which is unpredictable, and once you have been scheduled for an interview for the visa and provided all of the...

There is no change in the law since you traveled last time but you should keep a certified disposition from the criminal matter and a copy of the...