Change official name before green card?

Hello, You can change your name at anytime. However if you do change it before you receive your green card, please keep all the relevant court...

Why hasn't the NVC contacted us ?

Hello, Is your wife abroad? If so, you can begin to Consular Process her immigrant petition with the National Visa Center. Please note that the...

Can We move to another state? I was petitioned by my wife (USC) but we haven’t recieved a decision from uscis.

Hello, It sounds like the USCIS may be undertaking a potential further review or investigation on your case so it may be best if you contacted a...

Can I vote in state elections in Los Angeles as a permanent resident?

Hello, Please wait until you complete your Oath Ceremony and have your naturalization certificate in your hands before voting.

Are same sex marriages more scrutinized by USCIS in a marriage petition?

Hello, From my experience, same-sex and straight couple cases are treated the same by the USCIS. Do discuss your concerns with your attorney....

Hello, You would first have to apply for your green card. Then after you have had your green card for the required period of time and meet the...

I am a US citizen, 24yrs of age and i want to file i-130 for my husband but i'm currently unemployed, would that be a problem?

Hello, If it is only the I-130 that you wish to file at this time, your unemployment will not be an issue. However, if you wish to file for the...

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How can my friend receive papers?

Hello, Your friend can speak to an attorney about her situation with detailed information to find out if a VAWA petition would be good for her....

Hello, The main thing is to be consistent. If you choose to use your married name on your green card, then do use it on other legal documents...

If i summit the wrong aplication and i still have time to summit the right one can i do that?

Hello, Yes, do go ahead and file the proper application. However before you do so, it is advisable to show your application to an immigration...