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When to apply for US citizenship after marrying a US citizen?

Kimberley's answer | Answered on October 23, 2012

Assuming that you meet all of the other requirements for citizenship, it is three years from when you become a permanent resident.

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Is this possible if my parents and siblings ( 7members) come to US on b1b2 visa and stay?

Kimberley's answer | Answered on October 23, 2012

You should never enter the United States on a tourist visa if the real purpose of your trip is to stay in the United States as an immigrant. Doing...

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My brother is 13, and lives outside the US.

Kimberley's answer | Answered on October 23, 2012

You really should discuss your options with an immigration lawyer. Even if you have good intentions, your plan to bring your brother to the United...

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If you enter the US illegally will you have to return to your country in order to obtain a green card

Kimberley's answer | Answered on October 23, 2012

Most likely your husband will need to return to Mexico for consular processing. If he will need a waiver due to his unlawful presence in the United...

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Help me pleas?????????i need to invite my boy friend to usa

Kimberley's answer | Answered on October 23, 2012

I believe you may be asking for who can be the financial sponsor for the Affidavit of Support for an immigrant visa petition. Keep in mind that you...

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Can I still apply for green card since I enter in US legally but become a battered with a UScitizen husband my visa expired

Kimberley's answer | Answered on October 23, 2012

One option that you should explore is called VAWA. This is a program that allows some battered women to be able to obtain green cards without the...

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What are the ways to obtain a green card for an over-2-year-out -of -status F1 student?

Kimberley's answer | Answered on October 23, 2012

The only way to make sure that you identify all of the options that may be available to you is to discuss you immigration history in detail with an...

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I-130 explained

Kimberley's answer | Answered on October 23, 2012

If you are unsure how to best answer these questions, you should probably consult with an immigration lawyer. Evaluating the supporting evidence...

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US CITIZEN &MARRIED 2.5YRS TO MEXICAN CITIZEN IN MEXICO.FILED I 130.SHOULD I ALSO FILE I-129F.HE TOOK A VOL. DEPARTURE 3YRS AGO

Kimberley's answer | Answered on October 23, 2012

Most likely the I-130 will be decided soon and filing an I-129F will not help him return to the United States more quickly. You should confirm...

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Why are detainees (that are illegal aliens) getting transferred from ICE to the US Marshals?

Kimberley's answer | Answered on October 23, 2012

There could be several reasons for this. One is that ICE is simply using space at the US Marshals correctional center. Another option is that the...

Kimberley Schaefer's Answers (153)

When to apply for US citizenship after marrying a US citizen?

Is this possible if my parents and siblings ( 7members) come to US on b1b2 visa and stay?

My brother is 13, and lives outside the US.

If you enter the US illegally will you have to return to your country in order to obtain a green card

Help me pleas?????????i need to invite my boy friend to usa

Can I still apply for green card since I enter in US legally but become a battered with a UScitizen husband my visa expired

What are the ways to obtain a green card for an over-2-year-out -of -status F1 student?

I-130 explained

US CITIZEN &MARRIED 2.5YRS TO MEXICAN CITIZEN IN MEXICO.FILED I 130.SHOULD I ALSO FILE I-129F.HE TOOK A VOL. DEPARTURE 3YRS AGO

Why are detainees (that are illegal aliens) getting transferred from ICE to the US Marshals?