Questions answered by Mary Lyn Tanawan Sanga

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Immigration Attorney!

Mary's answer | Answered on October 12, 2012

Definitely, you have a right to know what is going on with your case and to get copies of your case documents.

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Why the school which issued I-20 to me for applying M1 can't issue I-20 for my son for applying M2?

Mary's answer | Answered on October 12, 2012

Your dependent will need a separate I-20 to apply for M-2 status. SEVIS system does generate that form for M dependents so go back to your DSO and...

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Does automatic citizenship apply to her since she was here at the age of 15? "See article 2000 of immigration and citizenship"

Mary's answer | Answered on August 14, 2012

You were probably referring to the Child Citizenship Act of 2000. You need a lawyer to analyze your case, especially whether she can be considered...

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Will there be an interview for deferred action

Mary's answer | Answered on August 14, 2012

Based on what the USCIS representative stated during the August 3 stakeholder conference, interview will not be a standard requirement, but they...

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What it mean service has determined that there is another immigration file that must be obtained and review before case r adjust

Mary's answer | Answered on August 14, 2012

It means the officer is not ready to make a decision yet because you have another file that she has to review first. The asylum file has to be...

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How to send biometrics fee?

Mary's answer | Answered on August 14, 2012

Did you send 3 checks in all for the Form I-485, I-765 & I-131? The fee of $985 already includes the I-765 and I-131, so the checks you sent for...

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Should I apply for Deferred Action? (juvenile crime)

Mary's answer | Answered on August 06, 2012

I agree with the other lawyers that you should have an immigration lawyer review your records. The DHS Q&A includes larceny as one of the offenses...

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Is there anyway I can legalize myself without having to go back to Mexico?

Mary's answer | Answered on August 06, 2012

You need 245i benefit to adjust to permanent resident status based on marriage to a U.S. citizen. Ask your parents if they have any previous...

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Would I qualify for deferred action?

Mary's answer | Answered on August 06, 2012

Are you currently in F-1 status (you mentioned you have maintained legal status throughout)? If yes, you might not qualify for deferred action....

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As a Permanent Resident, wanting to travel the world for a little under a year, will it be a problem to reenter the US?

Mary's answer | Answered on July 31, 2012

Since you plan to travel abroad for over 6 months and a little under a year, to be safe, it is advisable for you to get a reentry permit. The...

Mary Lyn Tanawan Sanga's Answers (29)

Immigration Attorney!

Why the school which issued I-20 to me for applying M1 can't issue I-20 for my son for applying M2?

Does automatic citizenship apply to her since she was here at the age of 15? "See article 2000 of immigration and citizenship"

Will there be an interview for deferred action

What it mean service has determined that there is another immigration file that must be obtained and review before case r adjust

How to send biometrics fee?

Should I apply for Deferred Action? (juvenile crime)

Is there anyway I can legalize myself without having to go back to Mexico?

Would I qualify for deferred action?

As a Permanent Resident, wanting to travel the world for a little under a year, will it be a problem to reenter the US?