Questions answered by Elizabeth Clare Surin

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My wife's B1/B2 visa has expired,so what should i write as her current status on I- 485? Is it B1/B2 overstay or out of status?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 16, 2012

Just answer all the questions truthfully! If she overstayed, then "overstay of visa" or "out of status" is fine.

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Vaccination issues for I-693

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 16, 2012

Get the medical records showing you have been vaccinated. If you cannot get the records, don't just not say anything to the doctor in the U.S. --...

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My husband has been deported 3 times. Can he still get legal?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 16, 2012

Are you a US citizen? Is your husband still present in the U.S. after 3 deportations? If he entered the country illegally more than once, he is...

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Do the fact that I hold a master degree and I am French would have an impact on a relative based sponsor for a Green Card ?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 16, 2012

US citizen brother sponsoring you is the least priority in the FB category. Your advanced degree will not help. With your advanced degree, why...

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I need help in I-130 form, in 16 Question. I am filling this form for my mother.

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 16, 2012

Did she ever appear before a judge in immigration court or receive anything telling her to do so?

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I divorced while filling the I-751 for the 10 years green card . My ex husband is a veteran from Iraq and is willing to help

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 16, 2012

If I understand your fact pattern, you filed a joint 751? Now that you're divorced, that filing is essentially abandoned and you should refile as...

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To renew the Green Card from abroad

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 16, 2012

Return to the U.S. to file and stay till after Biometrics or you can choose to add to you Frequent Flyer miles by flying back and forth!!

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H1B petition expiring on Sept30th,2012,while visa application under 221g administrative processing hold for almost 7 months now.

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 16, 2012

1. Yes, you can file for an extension. What you are waiting for is clearance for the H1B visa to enter the U.S. You will need a valid Approved...

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My card expires in 5 months. Should I pay the fees? To what address should I send it all?

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 16, 2012

Yes, to renew the card, you have to pay the filing fees. The instructions on the form are very clear as to venue for processing and filing.

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Can my green card be denied i i am getting divorced soon after 5 years fr marriage and getting it in 3 months

Elizabeth's answer | Answered on May 16, 2012

Did you get your green card yet? If not, and you're divorced before the interview date, then that will negatively impact your case. Consult an...

Elizabeth Clare Surin's Answers (1617)

My wife's B1/B2 visa has expired,so what should i write as her current status on I- 485? Is it B1/B2 overstay or out of status?

Vaccination issues for I-693

My husband has been deported 3 times. Can he still get legal?

Do the fact that I hold a master degree and I am French would have an impact on a relative based sponsor for a Green Card ?

I need help in I-130 form, in 16 Question. I am filling this form for my mother.

I divorced while filling the I-751 for the 10 years green card . My ex husband is a veteran from Iraq and is willing to help

To renew the Green Card from abroad

H1B petition expiring on Sept30th,2012,while visa application under 221g administrative processing hold for almost 7 months now.

My card expires in 5 months. Should I pay the fees? To what address should I send it all?

Can my green card be denied i i am getting divorced soon after 5 years fr marriage and getting it in 3 months