I am under an F-1 visa right now but I am getting married. How do I apply for change of status?

Assuming you're married to a U.S. citizen, you will need the I-130 and I-485 along with all other collateral forms. Please make sure you read the...

Removal proceedings

First, because you are in removal proceedings, you most likely have to prove by clear and convincing evidence that your marriage is not solely for...

Can my Canadian boyfriend come live with me while we start paperwork for a spouse? We plan to marry once he is here.

Hi. If your boyfriend enters with the intent to remain permanently, then he's already violating the terms of his entry. While I'm not saying he...

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I am a greencard holder and my wife isn't will I be able to file immigration papers for her?

You can file for her. A marriage visa petition is a precondition to applying for status. How and when she can get lawful permanent status (a...

Parents gc denied, can they stay within appeal time

First, you don't have to re-file. A motion to reopen or reconsider may be appropriate. Second, any appeal is heard in removal proceedings and...

What means, U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 22 October 2012?

It just means that they're still processing it. I suggest retaining counsel and having that attorney begin the escalation process that is in place...

I want to bring my wife to the State.can i apply for her with Green card ?i mean I-130.is there any chance to come here?

A lawful permanent resident may apply for their spouse under the 2A preference category. At present, the wait time is not bad at all and I'd...

If one entered the USA legally but visa expired 2013, does that person still have the right to be here?

If your husband used a visa to enter the U.S. and you are a U.S. citizen, then you can concurrently file the visa petition and the application to...

Hi. If you're a U.S. citizen and your husband entered with a visa, then you should be able to file to adjust status. If you're looking to retain...

How do you find out if someone has a 10 yr ban? Is there any way around it?

I think its best you retain counsel who is experienced in detained immigration matters and have them fully assess your husband's matters. Its...