H1B petition amendment

Theoretically, USCIS could extend your H-1B, pursuant to AC21, for more than one year. However, it is at the discretion of USCIS, irrespective of...

If the derivative is 21 years of age, can they still be eligible for derivative status based on this petiton?

If the child was under 21 when the I-130 was filed, and was included in the I-130 petition, then a child status protection act analysis would need...

Can I sue fed ex for compensation for the fees for the passport and mileage/ expenses to San Francisco?

Unfortunately, this is NOT an immigration law issue, but rather, a civil issue, where you would need to see if you have any standing to sue Federal...

Can my father become a US citizen with a felony charge from over 30 years ago?

If your father has been a U.S. legal permanent resident for at least 5 years, I highly recommend seeking a consultation with an experienced...

I-864, Joint sponsor and Poverty guideline.

Looks like you're going to need a co-sponsor (aka a joint sponsor). USCIS should request this from you by mail, if you have not been interviewed...

Will I be able to stay another six months? Do I get 6 months per calendar year?

If you entered by air or sea, then you need to check your electronic I-94 (see link, below), & that will tell you how much time you have left. I...

Do not notify USCIS

Don't stress. I have never had a client deported because he failed to file an AR-11 (change of address form) on time. You actually could have filed...

Selected as the best answer

USCIS usually emails the attorney of record, or petitioner (if no attorney of record), a notification that the case was approved. However, the...

H1B Clock Reset -

Any time in L visa status is attributed to H visa status, as well. Once you reach the maximum, you are required to be outside the U.S. for one year...

Why my work permit has been denied ? I

Was your I-765 actually denied, or has it just not been approved yet? Please refer to the following explanation, courtesy of USCIS.gov: You...