You could apply for DV lottery without violating the terms of F-1 status. But once you win, you may want to work with an immigration attorney.

You submit DS-160 as a single at this time (because you are not married yet) and update your marital status at the interview. If you claim...

The I-485 approval date controls. If approved past the 2-year marriage anniversary, you will get a 10-year green card upfront.

Your green card (or I-90 renewal) should be fine, although you may receive a request for evidence asking for the final court disposition document...

Not all pilots would qualify for EB2 national interest waiver. If you are an experienced pilot possibly with unique skills/background, I suggest...

Check this State Department FAQ website for the expedited procedure:...

An applicant of a timely and non-frivolous change of status application is out of status but is authorized to stay in the U.S. during the pendency...

You did not trigger the so-called 3/10-year bar for unlawful presence (for 180/365 days or more) when returned to your home country unless...

The I-751 receipt (with a 24-month temporary extension) and the expiring 2-year green card are sufficient. No need for a separate I-551 stamp. ...

You have been "out of status" since the end of the extended admission period (10/15/2020) but did not start accumulating "unlawful presence" from...