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I have a 2nd I-485 Interview. I don't think the first one went well. How do i handle it? Below are the details and main points.

Douglas's answer | Answered on September 18, 2014

If I am the IO, there are a lot of facts here that would lead me to believe this is not a genuine marriage. And ultimately, that is one of the key...

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I applied for adjustment of status based on a 1 year of asylum grant. USCIS received my complete application form on 09/02/14

Douglas's answer | Answered on September 18, 2014

Assuming you mailed it to the correct place, used the correct postage, etc., you should receive a receipt notice shortly. If you have not received...

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How can I bring my husbands sister and her husband over from another country?

Douglas's answer | Answered on September 18, 2014

To sponsor a sibling, you must be a US citizen (your husband in this case). Even then, there is a long backlog of cases that would have priority...

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How can I legally bring relatives over from another country?

Douglas's answer | Answered on September 18, 2014

Even if you are a citizen or PR, you can only sponsor immediate relatives. There are also employment based opportunities for immigrant status, but...

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H1B transfer before 1st October 2014

Douglas's answer | Answered on September 18, 2014

You should consult Company B's lawyer who filed the petition in your behalf. If they do not have a lawyer, you should find one in your area to...

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Is my I-130 petition still valid?

Douglas's answer | Answered on September 18, 2014

I would need more information to adequately advise. Your application would not have been destroyed, but you should consult an immigration attorney...

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If a juvenile arrest shows up on FBI background check will it impact my immigration proceedings to a Schengen country?

Douglas's answer | Answered on September 18, 2014

You would have to check with an immigration professional who specializes in Swiss law. Or with the Swiss embassy to review their requirements for...

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For B2/visitor visa a person can stay up to 180 days in a year or in a single trip.

Douglas's answer | Answered on September 18, 2014

She will run into the problem of being an intending immigrant. While there is no specific amount of time she has to be away from the U.S., she has...

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I petitioned for my son in Jan 2008 with priority date of Jan 17 2008 with F2B category. In 2012 I become US citizen

Douglas's answer | Answered on September 18, 2014

He is no longer in the category of F2B because you are no longer a PR. But the Priority date for an F2B Indian is Nov 2007, whereas F1 Indian is...

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Can I get work authorization after six months of my marriage to my wife who is legal resident ?

Douglas's answer | Answered on September 18, 2014

You do not automatically obtain work authorization just because you marry a US resident. You must apply for a green card and obtain an EAD before...

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I have a 2nd I-485 Interview. I don't think the first one went well. How do i handle it? Below are the details and main points.

I applied for adjustment of status based on a 1 year of asylum grant. USCIS received my complete application form on 09/02/14

How can I bring my husbands sister and her husband over from another country?

How can I legally bring relatives over from another country?

H1B transfer before 1st October 2014

Is my I-130 petition still valid?

If a juvenile arrest shows up on FBI background check will it impact my immigration proceedings to a Schengen country?

For B2/visitor visa a person can stay up to 180 days in a year or in a single trip.

I petitioned for my son in Jan 2008 with priority date of Jan 17 2008 with F2B category. In 2012 I become US citizen

Can I get work authorization after six months of my marriage to my wife who is legal resident ?