No, it will not speed up the process. Whether you apply for Asylum at the airport or enter the US on a tourist visa and subsequently file for Asylum, the timing of your case is likely to be [...]
When you arrive in the USA and seek Asylum, it is important to know the timelines and requirements for filing your application. While it is recommended to file for Asylum as soon as possible after arrival, the current [...]
It is important to consider various factors when dealing with a judge with a low rating or biased views toward immigrants. One approach is to explore the ratings of immigration judges, which can provide some insight into their [...]
The process of sponsoring a sibling takes approximately 14-16 years from the time of filing. This is so because the Congress has set limitations on the number of immigrant visas issued for siblings of US citizens. As such, there is a que [...]
You must show that despite your lengthy absence you did not abandon your intent to live in the US. To provide that you did not abandon your permanent residency in the US, you must show close ties to [...]
When the case gets referred to Immigration Court, they will need a Voluntary Departure. They cannot leave in the middle of Removal Proceedings. You also need to consider if they incurred any ULP before they depart the US, [...]
Depends. Some of our colleagues on AILA Message Center report that USCIS has been denying such AOS cases. Based on that, I have had two of my clients in the last year to obtain Advance Parole during their [...]
How can I expedite immigration process for my mother who has health issues? If you are a US citizen, you can sponsor your mother’s immigration process by filing a petition with the USCIS and going through the consular [...]
1) How do I go about changing my status from Au Pair J-1 to F-1? You must apply to USCIS by completing necessary forms and providing required documentation. The applicant must demonstrate that she is intended to study [...]
If I hold an F-1 status, can I do an unpaid or paid internship without work authorization? Usually not. It is very hard and almost impossible to classify the work as “unpaid internship.” It is often abused by [...]
