Change of status from H1B to F1

It is doubtful that the USCIS will grant you a change of status without a pay stub. Depending on how long you have been out of status, it may be...

I shoplifted. Do I get deported?

No. Although shoplifting is considered a "crime of moral turpitude", if the amount of money involved was small, it is usually considered as a...

Is not leaving in the same house as my husband a problem for me to get my green card?

Your marriage is going to be scrutinized very closely, especially if you are not living together. Make sure that you have a big wedding ceremony...

Marriage with Immigrant

Assuming that you are a U.S. citizen, you can sponsor your wife for permanent residence. If she entered the U.S. legally, the whole procedure can...

Please explain voluntary departure.

If someone is "removed" from the U.S., they cannot return to the U.S. for either 5 or 10 years depending on whether it was an "expedited removal"...

There is no prohibition on sponsoring a relative for a work-related visa. However, you may experience more scrutiny of your petition since some...

Shoplifting (misdemeanor): deported?

As a former INS prosecutor, I can assure you that a shoplifting conviction, although it is considered as a "crime of moral turpitude", is usually...

Do i qualify for the 245i?

You may be able to qualify for section 245(i) benefits if you were the derivative beneficiary of the petition filed on behalf of your father. ...

What is a Immigration lawyer?

An immigration lawyer may represent individuals seeking temporary visas, permanent residence, U.S. citizenship or deportation defense. An...

LPR married overstayed B2 visa holder.

Since your husband has overstayed his B-2 visa, he is ineligible for adjustment of status in the U.S. unless (1) he is the "immediate relative" of...