What info is available to USCIS when submitting form I-485? Police, Federal, IRS....ect?

Immigration authorities have access to several national databases, including data on criminal, immigration and national security issues. In...

On form i-821d question 15. What would be my specific status at entry?

DACA looks easy, but it's situations like yours which show how really serious things can get--especially for someone with prior immigration issues....

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What are all the legal restrictions and prohibitions on individuals in unlawful status , if my case is deferred?

If you are already subject to the 3- or 10-year bars, you may remain subject to them, despite being granted deferred action. If you are subject to...

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Could I apply to join the army after being approved for deferred action or/and be given a Work Permit?

At this point in time, the answer is "no," though ironically, unauthorized immigrants are actually subject to being drafted. Just having a work...

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After being approved for deferred action what kind of documentation will I get that shows I have been deferred?

In addition to a work permit, USCIS will typically issue some form of approval notice or grant letter when a status or application is approved. ...

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Could I apply for a driver’s license or an I.D. after being deferred and is there a streamline process with the states’ DMVs?

That's a good question--and one that is difficult to accurately answer. Deferred action does not provide a legal status, so it is probably...

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Can I qualify to apply for cancellation of removal with a drug conviction?

In addition to the comments of my colleagues, I would suggest that you meet with an attorney to discuss whether the domestic violence you suffered...

I got my green card in March 2009 based on my marriage to a US citizen. Do I qualify to apply for a US citizenship?

The general rule is that you need to have been a permanent resident for five years before you are eligible for citizenship, but if you are married...

Voluntarily departure and re enter the usa legally is it possible?

When you failed to depart voluntarily, the judge's order automatically became a deportation order. All the other details are secondary, and even a...

While on ice hold is there available bonds to pay to take inmate out before immigration gets him?

Because there is an ICE hold, bonding someone "out" of state custody does not mean that the invidual will immediately be released. Instead, once...

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