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Emergency travel with an expired greencard before attending my master hearing (removal proceeding) How do I return home?

J's answer | Answered on March 13, 2013

LPRs do not have the same rights as US citizens. Even if you live in the country for 50 years, you are still removable if you don't "follow the...

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I'm a legal International student visa. My parents sponsor me for education. I'm getting married with my US citizen fiance.

J's answer | Answered on March 12, 2013

I agree with my colleagues. Focus on your studies. After you get married and your husband has a job, and you have a place to live, then you should...

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L2 : EAD's Request for Evidence for Principal Alien's form I-797A, Notice of Action.

J's answer | Answered on March 12, 2013

Yes. thus dic us applicable. USCIS will send Form I-797C, Notice of Action, to a customer in order to communicate information related to notices...

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What to excpect on master hearing with i 130 not approve yet??

J's answer | Answered on March 12, 2013

O.k. I won't advise you to get an attorney ASAP. You seem to already know that is the "best" course if action. Expect the judge to review the...

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What countries can u visit with a passport if u have a drug felony on ur criminal record?

J's answer | Answered on March 12, 2013

Be mindful that if you leave you may be deemed "inadmissible" when you attempt to return. I recommend that you talk with an immigration attorney...

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Deportation .

J's answer | Answered on March 12, 2013

This is a repeat.

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IMMIGRATION ISSUE..... I'M MARRIED TO A USC WITH FOOD STAMP, AND OTHER GOVT BENEFITS, WILL THAT AFFECTS ME GETTING GREEN CARD ?

J's answer | Answered on March 12, 2013

I agree with my colleagues.

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My fiance is an illegal alien with a warrant, how can I help him?

J's answer | Answered on March 12, 2013

I agree with my colleagues. He should contact an experienced immigration/criminal attorney. The attorney can advise him on how to deal with that...

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Can someone apply to be a Permanent Resident even if he/she has been recieving food stamps or welfare?

J's answer | Answered on March 12, 2013

Getting nutrition assistance through the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) does not make an immigrant a "public charge". That is, an immigrant to...

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I have been on order of supervision and today when i went to ICE today, they told me i have to leave withing 60days

J's answer | Answered on March 12, 2013

You do have a number of issues that need the attention of an experienced immigration lawyer. However, I agree with my colleague. Your legitimate...

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