A U.S. citizen or Green Card holder can sponsor his or her close family members for Lawful Permanent Residence.
Immediate relatives are spouses of U.S. citizens, unmarried children of U.S. citizens and parents of U.S. citizens. There is no quota.
This presentation discusses the various methods used for processing a visa for a Fiance of a U.S. Citizen or a Spouse of a U.S. Citizen. This presentation will be made in conjunction with a seminar scheduled for April 27th by Nachman & Associates, P.C. (VISASERVE) at the Rembrandt Hotel and Tower in Bangkok, Thailand.
This powerpoint presentation outlines several of the methods for obtaining a green card in the U.S. based upon marriage to a U.S. Citizen. This includes the fiance visa, the K visa process and the filing of an I-130. Another way to get the green card is by filing a joint petition and an application for adjustment of status in the U.S. However, if same is going to be the method of choice you will want to consult with a qualified U.S. immigation attorney or lawyer.
This presentation discusses the various methods used for processing a visa for a Fiance of a U.S. Citizen or a Spouse of a U.S. Citizen. This presentation will be made in conjunction with a seminar scheduled for April 27th by Nachman & Associates, P.C. (VISASERVE) at the Rembrandt Hotel and Tower in Bangkok, Thailand.
This powerpoint presentation outlines several of the methods for obtaining a green card in the U.S. based upon marriage to a U.S. Citizen. This includes the fiance visa, the K visa process and the filing of an I-130. Another way to get the green card is by filing a joint petition and an application for adjustment of status in the U.S. However, if same is going to be the method of choice you will want to consult with a qualified U.S. immigation attorney or lawyer.
How to apply for Nonimmigrant Travelling Visas to the U.S.Gehi and Associates
Ambassadors, Diplomats, Public Ministers and other Diplomatic Personnel can apply for an A-visa if they are traveling to the United States on behalf of their government with an intended official purpose. The purpose for which the applicant is traveling should be government-natured.
What are the two types of non-employer sponsored foreign nationals? What are the major steps in the green card process? This infographic also includes a handy list of all the federal agencies tied to immigration.
U.S. Citizens can file for their:
•Spouse
•Unmarried child under age 21
•Unmarried son/daughter over age 21
•Married son or daughter
•Parents**
•Siblings**
The purpose of Form I-129F is to allow U.S. citizens, to:
•Bring their fiancé(e) (K-1) to the U.S. for marriage, and that person's children (K-2); or
•Bring their spouse and that person's children (K-3 and K-4 visas, respectively) to the United States to complete processing for permanent resident status.
Senator Grassley's investigation into fraud in EB-5 visa program by regional ...Mohammed Shaikh
It is believed that the ongoing investigation by DHS + FBI + SEC + IRS shall result in several arrests by end of 2013.
This document proves that the safest option for EB-5 visa seekers is to go under direct investment business category. EB-5 visa seekers should only choose those franchises that show a growth in revenues, profits and units (locations). For further details, please contact Mohammed Shaikh, Licensed RE & Business Broker (CA & FL) at 407 535 0616 or visit our website http://www.smartbusinessbroker.com
Effective March 4, 2013, the Department of Homeland Security will begin a new process for adjudication of these waiver applications. Under the new process, certain foreign spouses delay returning to their home country until a “provisional waiver” is approved in the U.S. The new process will drastically reduce the amount of time that the foreign spouse has to remain in his or her home country. Hopefully, the new process will also provide some measure of confidence that the foreign spouse will indeed return to the US.
The topic "What is an I-601 Waiver," will focus on waiving a 3/10 year bar or other grounds of inadmissibilty through the I-601 hardship waiver process. The immigration waiver, or hardship waiver, is a concept that each intending immigrant should understand prior to undertaking the immigration process. Anyone who has had immigration status issues should definitely listen to this webinar.
The Child Status Protection Act and Child Citizenship ActCarl Shusterman
http://www.shusterman.com
This presentation explains how to immigrate to the U.S. together with your spouse and children using The Child Status Protection Act and Child Citizenship Act. Schedule a legal consultation (by Skype, telephone or in person) at http://shusterman.com/schedule-immigration-consultation.html
The Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) was enacted in order to keep immigrant families intact despite family-based and employment-based waiting times which can range up to 23 years or more.
Prior to CSPA, once a child turned 21 years of age, he or she “aged-out” and was no longer able to immigrate (or adjust status) along with his or her parents. CSPA “freezes the age” of immediate relative children when their petitioning U.S. citizen parent submits a visa petition on their behalf; when a petitioning permanent resident parent naturalizes; or when a married son or daughter who has been petitioned by a U.S. citizen parent becomes divorced or widowed.
CSPA also creates a mathematical formula which allows the amount of time that a visa petition was pending to be subtracted from a child’s age.
What happens if a child “ages-out” despite the mathematical formula?
Again, the Child Status Protection Act provides relief for “aged-out” cchildren in the form of the “automatic conversion” clause. However, on June 9, 2014, the Supreme Court deferred to the restrictive definition of this clause which was promulgated by the BIA.
CSPA also contains an “opt-out” clause which permits unmarried adult sons and daughters of U.S. citizen to choose between the family-based 1st and 2B preference categories depending on which category allows them to reunite with their parents faster.
CSPA is applicable not only to persons who were sponsored for lawful permanent residence after the law took effect, but to many people who were sponsored for green cards prior to August 6, 2002. Therefore, it applies many thousands of persons.
For more information, please see our CSPA page at http://shusterman.com/childstatusprotectionact.html
How to apply for Nonimmigrant Travelling Visas to the U.S.Gehi and Associates
Ambassadors, Diplomats, Public Ministers and other Diplomatic Personnel can apply for an A-visa if they are traveling to the United States on behalf of their government with an intended official purpose. The purpose for which the applicant is traveling should be government-natured.
What are the two types of non-employer sponsored foreign nationals? What are the major steps in the green card process? This infographic also includes a handy list of all the federal agencies tied to immigration.
U.S. Citizens can file for their:
•Spouse
•Unmarried child under age 21
•Unmarried son/daughter over age 21
•Married son or daughter
•Parents**
•Siblings**
The purpose of Form I-129F is to allow U.S. citizens, to:
•Bring their fiancé(e) (K-1) to the U.S. for marriage, and that person's children (K-2); or
•Bring their spouse and that person's children (K-3 and K-4 visas, respectively) to the United States to complete processing for permanent resident status.
Senator Grassley's investigation into fraud in EB-5 visa program by regional ...Mohammed Shaikh
It is believed that the ongoing investigation by DHS + FBI + SEC + IRS shall result in several arrests by end of 2013.
This document proves that the safest option for EB-5 visa seekers is to go under direct investment business category. EB-5 visa seekers should only choose those franchises that show a growth in revenues, profits and units (locations). For further details, please contact Mohammed Shaikh, Licensed RE & Business Broker (CA & FL) at 407 535 0616 or visit our website http://www.smartbusinessbroker.com
Effective March 4, 2013, the Department of Homeland Security will begin a new process for adjudication of these waiver applications. Under the new process, certain foreign spouses delay returning to their home country until a “provisional waiver” is approved in the U.S. The new process will drastically reduce the amount of time that the foreign spouse has to remain in his or her home country. Hopefully, the new process will also provide some measure of confidence that the foreign spouse will indeed return to the US.
The topic "What is an I-601 Waiver," will focus on waiving a 3/10 year bar or other grounds of inadmissibilty through the I-601 hardship waiver process. The immigration waiver, or hardship waiver, is a concept that each intending immigrant should understand prior to undertaking the immigration process. Anyone who has had immigration status issues should definitely listen to this webinar.
The Child Status Protection Act and Child Citizenship ActCarl Shusterman
http://www.shusterman.com
This presentation explains how to immigrate to the U.S. together with your spouse and children using The Child Status Protection Act and Child Citizenship Act. Schedule a legal consultation (by Skype, telephone or in person) at http://shusterman.com/schedule-immigration-consultation.html
The Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) was enacted in order to keep immigrant families intact despite family-based and employment-based waiting times which can range up to 23 years or more.
Prior to CSPA, once a child turned 21 years of age, he or she “aged-out” and was no longer able to immigrate (or adjust status) along with his or her parents. CSPA “freezes the age” of immediate relative children when their petitioning U.S. citizen parent submits a visa petition on their behalf; when a petitioning permanent resident parent naturalizes; or when a married son or daughter who has been petitioned by a U.S. citizen parent becomes divorced or widowed.
CSPA also creates a mathematical formula which allows the amount of time that a visa petition was pending to be subtracted from a child’s age.
What happens if a child “ages-out” despite the mathematical formula?
Again, the Child Status Protection Act provides relief for “aged-out” cchildren in the form of the “automatic conversion” clause. However, on June 9, 2014, the Supreme Court deferred to the restrictive definition of this clause which was promulgated by the BIA.
CSPA also contains an “opt-out” clause which permits unmarried adult sons and daughters of U.S. citizen to choose between the family-based 1st and 2B preference categories depending on which category allows them to reunite with their parents faster.
CSPA is applicable not only to persons who were sponsored for lawful permanent residence after the law took effect, but to many people who were sponsored for green cards prior to August 6, 2002. Therefore, it applies many thousands of persons.
For more information, please see our CSPA page at http://shusterman.com/childstatusprotectionact.html
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L1 and H1B Visas are highly sought after by employers who want to recruit the talent of skilled individuals overseas. Despite their similarities, an L1 Visa is more suitable for multinational enterprises and individuals that fail to meet the stringent H1B requirements.
Are you a certified, 6-12 grade English teacher with at least three years of classroom experience? Do you want to reinvigorate your passion for working with youth? Georgia State University's English Education M.Ed. program may be right for you.
As part of his immigration platform, President-elect Donald Trump pledged to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) initiative which was announced on June 15, 2012.
We do not know how or when DACA might end. There are two actions that he can take:
Rescind the memo authorizing DACA and allow previously issued DACA and work permits to remain valid until expiration. No new applications for first-time DACA or DACA renewal would be accepted.
Rescind the memo authorizing DACA and declare immediately invalid all previously issued DACA and work permits.
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This is a presentation I authored for my Health & Social Inequalities class at the University of New Mexico. It involved researching US immigration regulations to learn more about what is called a "humanitarian parole" visa.
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That is why if you are planning to travel outside of the U.S. for longer than 6 months, you should strongly consider applying for a reentry permit. A reentry permit is a travel document (similar to a passport) which helps protect your status as a lawful permanent resident.
Read more: https://www.ashoorilaw.com/reentry-permit/
On July 24, 2019, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published a FINAL rule that will make significant changes to the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program; the rule will go into effect on Nov. 21, 2019. This is noted to be the first significant revision to the program’s regulations since 1993. Some of these revisions include:
Kendi ülkenize dönmekten korkuyor musunuz? Öyleyse, İltica başvurusunda bulunabilirsiniz. Çıkarma sürecinde iseniz, iltica başvurusunun farklı olduğunu unutmayın. Bu makalede, iltica talebinde bulunmayanlar için iltica başvurusunda bulunmayı açıklayacağız. Sığınma için uygunluk, ırk, din, milliyet, politik görüş ya da belirli bir sosyal gruba üyeliğiniz nedeniyle geçmişte yaşadığınız bir zulme veya gelecekte yaşayabileceğiniz zulüm korkusuna dayanmaktadır. Bu korku size özel olmalıdır. Kendi ülkenizin genellikle güvensiz olması yeterli değildir; Neden özellikle sizin için güvensiz olduğunu açıklayabilmelisiniz.
H-1B visas are granted to those who meet specific qualifications. The required qualifications include that the applicant have at least a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. institution and have a job offer from a U.S. employer that requires the H-1B Candidate to hold at least a bachelor’s degree.
Certain Israeli nationals who are lawfully present in the United States will soon be able to request a change of status to the E-2 treaty investor classification. Beginning May 1,
Last year USCIS announced earlier that it received approximately 190,098 H-1B petitions for the fiscal year 2018. Once the lottery (also referred as “random selection process”) has been completed USCIS starts to send receipt notices.
In the first week of April during the last several years the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) announced that it has received a sufficient number of H-1B petitions to reach the statutory cap, both regular and master’s.
Many F-1 visa holders, particularly those who are engaged in OPT change their immigration status to become professional and specialty workers (H-1B workers). The H-1B cap is the Congressionally-mandated limit on the number of individuals who may be granted H-1B status during each fiscal year.
The first day a new H-1B case can be filed is Monday, April 1, 2019. The law requires that the government keep the filing window open until Friday, April 5, 2019. As such, it is imperative that all new H-1B cases are filed no earlier than April 1, 2019 and no later than April 5, 2019.
The H-1B visa program permits a United States employer (“employer”) to temporarily employ nonimmigrants to fill specialized jobs in the United States. The Immigration and Nationality Act (the “INA” or the “Act”) requires that an employer pay an H-1B worker the higher of the actual wage or the local prevailing wage, in order to protect U.S. workers and their wages. Under the Act, an employer seeking to hire a foreign national in a specialty occupation on an H-1B visa must receive permission from the Department of Labor (“DOL”) before the foreign national may obtain an H-1B visa. The Act defines a “specialty occupation” as an occupation requiring the application of highly-specialized knowledge and the attainment of a bachelor’s degree or higher. The Act requires an employer seeking permission to employ an H-1B worker to submit and receive an approved Labor Condition Application (“LCA”) from the DOL.
The Canadian Parliament recently announced that it was going to add more than one million new permanent residents in next three years (2019-2021). It is foreseeable that more than half of the new permanent residents will arrive on one of the three economic programs in the Express Entry program – the Federal Skilled Worker (“FSW”) Class, the Federal Skilled Trades (“FST”) Class, and the Canadian Experience (“CE”) Class. The Provincial Nomination Program (“PNP”) is also expected receive a great deal of additional applicants in the coming years.
Employers who seek to hire an H-1B nonimmigrant in a specialty occupation must first make a filing with the Department of Labor (DOL) and obtain a Labor Condition Application (LCA). The LCA, among other things, must specify the number of workers sought, the occupational classification in which the H-1B will be employed, and the wage rate and conditions under which the proposed H-1B nonimmigrant will be employed.
As a reminder to all U.S. employers, H-1B season is almost here! United States Citizenship & Immigration Services (“USCIS”) will start accepting new H-1B petitions for the next Fiscal Year on Monday, April 1st, 2019. As such, employers should start immediately identifying current and future employees who will require sponsorship for new Cap-subject H-1B nonimmigrant work visa petitions.
David Nachman, Esq., Managing Attorney at NPZ Law Group, says “for the new year there are some really big changes “on the cusp” for the H-1B Visa Lottery program”. The US and Canada Immigration and Nationality Lawyers at the Nachman Phulwani Zimovcak (NPZ) Law Group continue to closely monitor the changes.
Government attorneys across the country are submitting requests to re-calendar previously administratively closed immigration cases. What does this mean for the immigration court system, and what does this mean for you?
First of all, what is administrative closure? Immigration Judges for decades have administratively closed, or indefinitely postponed cases in Immigration Court. Another form of administrative closure is also called
Let one of America’s premier Immigration and Naturalization Law Firms guide you through the EB-5 Investor VISA process. NPZ Law Group continues to maintain a solid reputation for being able to tackle difficult cases and has a very successful track record in the US for dealing with the EB-5 process. We continue to service EB-5 clients from start to finish.
Many H-1B visa holders could you find themselves facing deportation proceedings if their application for a visa extension or change of status have been rejected...
The Trump administration has empowered officials to outright reject visa applications under certain circumstances. This step
can be taken if the required ‘initial evidence’ wasn’t submitted or it failed to establish eligibility for the visa sought. The revised
policy will apply to all applications and requests received by the authorities from September 11 onwards.
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What to do about getting 2 years conditional permanent resident status when there is divorce or divorce case is still pending?
You can file Form I-751 at "any time" if you have a final order of divorce or annulment. That's true even if your conditional green card is not close to its expiration date. But what happens if you haven't yet filed for divorce or your divorce is not yet final?
Employment-Based Preference Categories
EB-1 China and EB-1 India remain steady at January 1, 2012, and DOS anticipates this date will hold for the remainder of the fiscal year. It is hoped that these categories will become current again on October 1, 2018, but demand trends will be monitored over the summer. If USCIS District Offices are not interviewing EB-1 China and EB-1 India applicants with priority dates beyond the established final action date, DOS may not have clear visibility into total demand. If there is a surge in demand for these categories beginning in October, it could cause a final action date to be imposed more quickly in the fiscal year than otherwise anticipated.
DOS expects that a final action date for EB-1 Worldwide will be imposed either in August or September, but notes that the category will return to current in October.
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Every year, thousands of Minnesotans are injured in car accidents. These injuries can be severe – even life-changing. Under Minnesota law, you can pursue compensation through a personal injury lawsuit.
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All eyes on Rafah: But why?. The Rafah border crossing, a crucial point between Egypt and the Gaza Strip, often finds itself at the center of global attention. As we explore the significance of Rafah, we’ll uncover why all eyes are on Rafah and the complexities surrounding this pivotal region.
INTRODUCTION
What makes Rafah so significant that it captures global attention? The phrase ‘All eyes are on Rafah’ resonates not just with those in the region but with people worldwide who recognize its strategic, humanitarian, and political importance. In this guide, we will delve into the factors that make Rafah a focal point for international interest, examining its historical context, humanitarian challenges, and political dimensions.
In 2020, the Ministry of Home Affairs established a committee led by Prof. (Dr.) Ranbir Singh, former Vice Chancellor of National Law University (NLU), Delhi. This committee was tasked with reviewing the three codes of criminal law. The primary objective of the committee was to propose comprehensive reforms to the country’s criminal laws in a manner that is both principled and effective.
The committee’s focus was on ensuring the safety and security of individuals, communities, and the nation as a whole. Throughout its deliberations, the committee aimed to uphold constitutional values such as justice, dignity, and the intrinsic value of each individual. Their goal was to recommend amendments to the criminal laws that align with these values and priorities.
Subsequently, in February, the committee successfully submitted its recommendations regarding amendments to the criminal law. These recommendations are intended to serve as a foundation for enhancing the current legal framework, promoting safety and security, and upholding the constitutional principles of justice, dignity, and the inherent worth of every individual.
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Alternative Methodologies for Marriage Cases (Green Card Through Marriage to a U.S. Citizen)
1. 1
Alternative Methodologies
for Marriage Cases
(Green Card Through
Marriage to a U.S. Citizen)
Presented by:
David H. Nachman, Esq., Michael Phulwani, Esq., Ludka Zimovcak, Esq. and
Rabindra K. Singh, Esq.
2. 2
Family Based Immigration
• A U.S. citizen or Green Card holder can sponsor his or her close family
members for Lawful Permanent Residence.
• Immediate relatives are spouses of U.S. citizens, unmarried children of
U.S. citizens and parents of U.S. citizens. There is no quota.
Spouses of U.S. citizens. (the fastest way to a Green Card.)
Minor children (under age 21) of U.S. citizens.
Parents of U.S. citizens (petitioner must be at least 21 years old).
Spouses of deceased U.S. citizens who were married at least two
years prior to their U.S. citizen spouse’s death and who file within
two years of the death anniversary of the spouse and while still
unmarried.
A child born after the issuance of an immediate relative visa, but
before the visa is used to apply for admission to the U.S.
3. 3
The Family Preference System
• The Family Preference (or quota) System allows (1) Adult
children and brothers and sisters of U.S. citizens; and (2)
Spouses and unmarried children of Green Card Holders into
the U.S.
First Preference. Unmarried adult children (21+ years) of
U.S. Citizens.
Second Preference (2A). Spouses and minor children of
Green Card holders.
Second Preference (2B). Unmarried adult children of Green
Card holders.
Third Preference. Married adult children of U.S. Citizens.
Fourth Preference. Brothers and Sisters of U.S. Citizens.
4. 4
Ways to Obtain a Green Card
Through Marriage To a U.S. Citizen
K-3 Nonimmigrant Visa - Marriage to a U.S. Citizen
K-1 Nonimmigrant Visa - Fiancé of a U.S. Citizen
I-130 Petition, Marriage to U.S. Citizen and
Consular Processing
I-130 Petition and Adjustment of Status (AOS) in
the U.S.
5. 5
K-3 Nonimmigrant Visa -
Marriage to a U.S. Citizen
Case requires foreign national to be married to a
U.S. Citizen either in the U.S. or abroad.
Marriage must be “bona fide” under laws of
jurisdiction where parties were married.
Pending I-130 petition.
No need to prepare a Affidavit of Support (I-864)
which requires U.S. Tax Returns.
6. 6
K-3 Nonimmigrant Visa
Application Requirements
• “Bona fide” marriage to a U.S. Citizen.
• Filing of Form I-129F, Petition for Alien
Fiancé to request K-3 status which is filed
with the National Benefit Center (NBC).
• NBC sends the K-3 to National Visa Center
(NVC) and K-3 is processed at the
Consulate.
7. 7
K-3 Nonimmigrant Visa Application
Processing, U.S. Consulate
Nuances of Consular Processing at the U.S. Consulate:
Obtain required documents (i.e. passport, birth
certificate, evidence of relationship, forms, (2)
passport sized photos, etc.).
Schedule appointment for interview.
Bring required documents to scheduled appointment.
8. 8
K-1 Nonimmigrant Fiancé Visa
Requirements
U.S. citizen must have physically been with the foreign national
within 1 year of filing. Proof can include:
Flight receipts
Hotel receipts
Photos
Affidavit
Other testimonial documents
Consulate is lenient on demonstration about nonimmigrant
intent since they know that the Fiancé intends to immigrate to
the U.S.
9. 9
K-1 Nonimmigrant Fiancé Visa
Process and Procedure
Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé filed by U.S. Citizen with
NBC (Chicago Lockbox – forwarded to NBC) in the U.S.
Case is approved and the information is sent to the NVC in
New Hampshire.
NVC sends the visa to the U.S. Consulate.
Nuances of consular processing at the U.S. Consulate:
Obtain required documents (i.e. passport, birth certificate,
evidence of relationship, forms, (2) passport sized photos,
medical examination, etc.)
Schedule appointment for interview.
Bring required documents to scheduled appointment.
10. 10
I-130 Petition by U.S. Citizen for
Foreign National and Consular
Processing
Requirements: Foreign National Marries
U.S. Citizen (can be either in the U.S. or
abroad).
I-130 Petition to be filed and approved in U.S.
Parties must demonstrate “bona fides” of the marital
relationship.
Parties must file I-864, Affidavit of Support with NVC.
11. 11
I-130 Petition by U.S. Citizen for
Foreign National and Consular
Processing
Process and Procedures:
Form I-130 filed with request for Consular Processing with NBC. Processing
time varies from 3-6 months but could be more.
Upon Form I-130 approval, notification is sent to NVC.
NVC does the following: (1) makes sure there is a visa available; and (2)
makes sure the I-864 is completed and is accurate; and (3) sends Request
for DS-260 to the Applicants or Legal Counsel.
DS-260 is prepared and submitted to the NVC so that the interview is
scheduled at the U.S. Consulate.
Original documents are brought by Applicants to Consulate for the interview.
12. 12
Bona Fides of a Marital
Relationship
The “bona fides” of the marital relationship is
the key element to the marriage case.
Bona fide documents may include:
Photographs of husband/wife together;
Love letters with envelopes;
Joint tax returns;
Joint bank account statements;
Lease agreements/mortgage papers;
Utility bills addressed to husband/wife; etc.
13. 13
When I-130 and AOS filed
Simultaneously in U.S.
Approximate timeline with USCIS:
• Within 1 week of Filing - Receipt Notices are sent to Petitioner
and to the Applicant.
• Within 2 - 3 weeks - Appointment Notice for the
Biometrics/Fingerprints sent to Applicant.
• Within 60 - 90 days- Approval Notice for Employment
Authorization Document (EAD) and Travel Document (TD) sent
to Applicant.
EAD and TD are Valid for 1 year, allowing WORK and
TRAVEL while the AOS is pending (Combo Card).
14. 14
When I-130 and AOS filed
Simultaneously in U.S.
Within 5 - 6 months - AOS Interview Notice sent to Applicant.
After the AOS Interview - Applicant should receive a temporary
stamp, I-551 valid for one year until physical Green Card is sent
by the CIS in the mail.
Green Card should be valid for two years if married for less
then 2 years on the date of the interview. Then need to do
an I-751 90 days before the two year Anniversary.
If you have been married for more then 2 years on the date
of the AOS interview then the green card should be valid for
10 years; no need to file Form I-751.
15. 15
Questions?
Please feel free to contact our office if you
should have any additional questions:
info@visaserve.com
201-670-0006 ext. 107
http://www.visaserve.com
Thank you.