Actually, Form N-400, Part 7, Question C refers to all absences since you became a lawful permanent resident. There is no 5-year cutoff for this...

I got married to a US citizen and I want to file my paperwork and switch my status. I am currently on a student visa.

You should talk to an attorney to make sure that you are eligible before you apply. Unfortunately, the process can be a lot more complicated than...

Sometimes people are released on the ISAP program, where they have an ankle bracelet or need to check in periodically. If this applies to your...

What does boimetrics consisits of.

The appointments generally take a very short amount of time. Generally you show your appointment notice and proof of identity. Then they...

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I have a friend who was cited for no drivers license and he must no go to court, he is an illegal immigrant will he be deported?

If somebody goes to jail and does not have valid legal immigration status, it is very likely that they would be referred to Immigration and Customs...

Filing PERM in 6th year?

In order to get one year extensions of H1B status while the green card process is ongoing, the PERM must be filed prior to the 6th year. If the...

I just gor married and want to fix papers for my husband what can I do

He is probably eligible for adjustment of status, the process of applying for permanent residence (a green card) within the United States. ...

J1 visa: Can I start a new acadmic program while I am on a J1 visa?

A J1 transfer is done by school officials who coordinate with the State Department. This might be possible if your PhD program would qualify for...

Applying for my partner

On a related note, a federal judge in Massachusetts recently struck down the federal Defense of Marriage Act. This is the law that defines...

Sponsoring overseas based Immediate Family Members?

Based on the information you gave, you should start the processing by petitioning for each of these relatives ASAP. Your sister and brother will...