I am a Colombian citizen married to a U.S. citizen, in Colombia. I want to use my husband' last name
It is highly advisable to complete Form I-130 using the exact maiden name that appears on your Colombian passport and marriage certificate. For...
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It is highly advisable to complete Form I-130 using the exact maiden name that appears on your Colombian passport and marriage certificate. For...
You must send your VAWA package (Forms I-360, I-485, I-131, and I-765) to the USCIS Phoenix Lockbox. It will be forwarded to the specialized VAWA...
Based on U.S. immigration regulations, because your I-94 expired on February 20, 2026, you are not legally authorized to continue working while...
Even though you were not handcuffed, taken to a police station, or fingerprinted, U.S. immigration law interprets the term "arrest" much more...
It would be best for you to schedule a consultation with an immigration attorney to discuss your asylum case. Please see...
Is a fresh form I-864 required for the derivatives? Who files it, principal applicant or employer? No Form I-864 should normally be required for...
You appear eligible for a cap-exempt H-1B petition requesting change of status if USCIS receives it by August 13, 2026, your SEVIS record remains...
You may travel and seek reentry with the pending H-1B transfer receipt, provided the following are true: Your H-1B visa stamp will still be...
Please see https://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/4-tips-for-finding-the-best-immigration-lawyer-for-you
The safest path to preserve your options is to maintain a valid, authorized presence in the U.S. while waiting for your husband's naturalization....