Is a Japanese citizen who holds an E-2 Visa considered a "permanent resident alien?"

The E-2 is a non- immigrant status and not permanent resident status. This is true whether you are a Japanese citizen or not.

Change Visa from J-1 to B-2.

You can file the FORM I-539 and request the B-2 status but I do suggest that you work with an experienced immigration attorney to guide you.

Do I need an immigration attorney?

If you marry now, you can sponsor your spouse when you receive the resident status. You will need to file the FORM I-130. Your spouse can then wait...

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Why do you need the H-1B when you already have employment authorization that is not employer specific? You will need to ask the employer A 's...

How do I check my priority date please send me a link thank you

You can google VISA BULLETIN to obtain the priority date that you desire.

Around how much does it cost to reopen a deportation case

The legal costs will depend on the experience, availability, expertise, etc. of the attorney, the location where you need the legal service, and...

Can i get green card for a business while i am abroad (i can just come twice yearly) ?

In light of your business plans and intentions, I suggest that you explore the possibility of obtaining the E-2 investor visa.

Filing a new petition from New Tech Giant employer when I have received an RFE from current petition ?

You will need to contact the tech giant employer's immigration attorney to assist you and to respond to all your specific questions. Good luck to you.

Can a sibling with tourist visa apply for sibling visa while in USA, and stay here legally while case is pending

Only a U.S. citizen sibling can file the FORM I-130 on behalf of another sibling. No , the sibling can not enter the U.S. with the B-1/B-2 and...

I just got the deferred action protected status based on U Visa ( placed on waiting list) can I travel outside US?

Can you travel outside the U.S. ? Yes. Should you travel outside the U.S. ? No, unless you are willing to remain outside the U.S. for a period of...

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