The general rule is that it is always better to maintain your valid underlying nonimmigrant status until you have your green card in your hand....

In 1958 I obtained in antwerp(I live in Belgium) an immirant visa and a security social number:309442709 got married in the s

The DS-117 is an Application to Determine Returning Resident Status. This is generally for residents whose stay outside of the US was...

Unintentional I-94 overstay of 107 days in the past .. I-485 pending .. Need advice

Depending on which category you are adjusting under and several other factors, you will most likely be fine. Definitely touch base with a...

My six year H1B is expiring Nov 14. My Perm got filed on Dec 27 and has gone into an audit process. What are my options?

Once the LC has been pending for a year, an extension beyond 7 years on the H-1B may be possible. The best strategy in terms of recapturing time...

COS from H1 to L2

Strictly speaking, yes it is a problem. If you don't work pursuant to the terms of your H-1B you are out of status. If you are out of status, you...

After my initial interview, i have been re-scheduled . How long does it take for USCIS to mail me another date for an interview?

It differs. They may reschedule you very soon, or it may take some time for your case to be called. At times, the USCIS office will send a letter...

Travel while I-765 is pending

Discuss with an immigration attorney whether expediting the AP may be possible (if an emergency need to travel exists), as well as whether...

Concurrent filing E-2/L1A/EB2 and the usage of lawyer

Yes, it is possible to concurrently file some applications. EB-2 and L-1A would work as the L visa allows for "dual intent". Applying for E-2...

Stayed in India for 4 years and came back to USA, Can I revoke and use my priority date (EB3) sep,2007 to apply for my EB2 ?

If you get a future I-140 approved, you may be able to retain the earlier approved I-140's PD. In order to adjust status you will need to be...

Please tell me the why I got rejected

Mistakes such as stating on your DS-160 that you've never been refused a visa when in fact you have are very serious. Discuss your options in a...