For an R-1 visa, who applies first? The petitioner (employer) or the beneficiary (employee/foreigner)? How does the process look

The Petitioner (the religious organization) must file first, as other attorneys here have stated. R-1 cases are quite complex these days due to...

What is the best route for my sister-in-law to move to the US?

I would have your sister-in-law set up an appointment with a competent immigration lawyer so that she can talk to the lawyer in a confidential...

My R-1 Visa expires in January. My employer is filling out I-129 form to extend my stay. Do I need to return home for visa?

A "visa" is an international travel document that allows you to try to enter the US after international travel. It does not determine how long you...

I need help I came in the us with b1/b2 visa already expire I have 2 minors girls us born I need to work to support them.

Your situation sounds quite complicated. I recommend you go see a very experienced immigration attorney. If you cannot afford one, try contacting...

Can a new naturalized citizen petition for their parent(s)'s permanent residency?

A naturalized US citizen who is 21 years of age or older may file an I-130 petition for a parent. If your wife is 21 years of age or older when...

GC Validity

If you are approved for Lawful Permanent Residence through employment, your status will be permanent. That's what "permanent" resident means. You...

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Will I be able to get a PFD for 2015 if I moved to alaska on January 15 2014??

No. To qualify for a 2015 Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend, you must have been a resident of Alaska for all of 2014. Therefore, you had to...

People who hold US security clearances are required to report close relationships with foreigners to their security manager., whether the...

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Will my application for MAVNI affect my future visa applications in the US?

If you "applied for" MAVNI but never signed an enlistment contract, you have not done anything that should affect your future visa applications. ...

MAVNI - will be enlisted soon and as per the program will be naturalized from my current F1 status, qt - what about my wife's F2

Once you enter Basic Combat Training, your wife will no longer be in valid F-2 status, but Immigration & Customs Enforcement has issued...