I-130 Pending, Will a K-3 Petition Speed up the Process? I filed a Form I-130 for my husband in September 2007 and received notification in January 2008 that it was received. I am checking processing times that are being posted for our processing center (Vermont) every month but it seems it will take forever until it is time for my …
May 12, 2008: Naturalization and Abandonment Of Residency Issues
Naturalization And Abandonment Of Residency Issues I have been a permanent resident about six years and I just submitted my application for naturalization. I have been offered a job in Barcelona, Spain which will start in Fall 2008. Ideally, I want to work there for a few years, but I will ultimately come back to the US and stay here. …
May 5, 2008: Should I File An I-90 In Person, On-line, Or By Mail?
Should I file An I-90 In person, On-line, Or By Mail? My father-in-law’s permanent resident green card was stolen. He lives in Ocala, Florida and wants to come here to Miami to the immigration office to get a new one. Is this something that can be taken care of through an attorney so he doesn’t have to travel here? He …
April 28, 2008: L-1 Intracompany Transferee Issues
L-1 Intracompany Transferee Issues Dear Sir, I am an Italian citizen living in Italy. I am 48 years old and married. I have the possibility of a full time job from an Italian company that has a new branch in Miami, Florida. The CEO told me that I’ll have the job provided that I find the visa and a place …
April 21, 2008: K-1 or K-3: Which Visa Is Better, Faster To Obtain?
K-1 or K-3: Which Visa Is Better, Faster To Obtain Hello, I am wondering which is better to do: filing for a K-1 Fiance Visa or getting married abroad and filing a K-3. Is one faster and less involved than the other? From what I have read, it sounds like it is less complicated and faster to file the K-1 …
April 14, 2008: Divorce and I-751 Waiver Issues
Divorce and I-751 Waiver Issues Your website is very useful and informative. I came here with a spousal visa and was granted conditional permanent resident status. It will expire in April of next year. Unfortunately, my marriage didn’t work and my husband, a US Citizen, left and went back to my country as he likes to live there. We decided …
I-130 Petition Filed While In Deportation (Removal) Proceedings
I-130 Petition Filed While In Deportation (Removal) Proceedings My husband is in immigration custody and I need to file an I-130; will that prevent deportation? His hearing will be set very soon. What are our chances of him being allowed to stay in the United States? — June Smith This is just the beginning of a long and difficult process. ...
March 31, 2008: I-90 Applicatin Triggers Request For Arrest Records
I-90 Application Triggers Request For Arrest Records My sister decided to apply for a new permanent resident card; her old card doesn’t have an expiration date. She was asked to appear in person and to bring all of her past convictions or criminal records. Does this mean she will get deported even if the offenses occurred a long time ago?— …
March 24, 2008: Is There A Drug Test When A Person Immigrates?
Is There A Drug Test When A Person Immigrates? With the medical exam for the Form I-130, is there going to be any drug testing included? Is that punishable and would I be denied?— Anonymous There is no medical examination when a Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, is filed on its own. However, if the petition is filed concurrently …
March 17, 2008: Derivative Family Members On Employment Based Visas
Derivative Family Members On Employment Based Visas My husband has a H-1B visa; I have an H-4. He is waiting on his green card filed for by his company. If and when it is approved, can he file for a green card for me or does he have to first be a citizen?— Jan Generally, spouses and unmarried children under …