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Marie Michaud Attorney At Law
Marie Michaud
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Marie Michaud Attorney At Law
I am also an immigrant, just like you. I did not speak English as a child. I lived and studied in various countries before arriving in the United States. I went through law school trying to master English. I managed to get my law license from California. I understand the frustration of the immigration process because I went through it. I would love to find a solution to your problem, just as I found a solution to mine. I offer free initial consultation. During our meeting, I’ll ask you many different questions and will assess any option(s) you may have. I will screen for any legal issues and problems your case presents and will let you know how I can help you, how long the process might take and what you could expect. I’ll formulate a plan to avoid pitfalls, costly mistakes, and stressful delays, so that you may obtain your immigration benefit. I’ll provide you with a quote and you can decide whether you want me to help you out. If I can’t help you, I’ll also let you know. I really love my work; it is really rewarding to have happy approved clients. Call me so that we can speak about your case.Answers
Is marrying a US Citizen going to change your citizen status?
She can simply say so (that she lives in Mexico, and wishes to continue doing so, is married to an American citizen who does part time work in the US, and wishes to simply visit the US). She needs to show intent to return to Mexico and money to travel to the US, just as she probably done in the past. Good luck.
How do I get legal status and citizenship if I am now married?
You can file an application to "adjust status". A correct entry with correct documents without lies and an American spouse usually helps. Other issues must be examined. If possible, schedule a consultation with an attorney. Many of them have free initial consultation and can make you have ALL the requirements. Good luck.
What do I do after the divorce decree is received in terms of my citizenship application?
In order to apply under the three year rule, you must remain married and living in marital union under the day you naturalize. Refile your naturalization application once you have the required 5 years (minus 90 days) after your date of "admission".
Is there an age limit to when a wife can file for her husband's residency?
Wife is old enough to file for her husband. There is no specific age required for a spousal petition (I-130). Must be 18 years old or older for the affidavit of support Form i-864.
What is a U visa?
A U visa is a visa for victim of certain crimes. The most common crime is domestic violence, but many more are listed in the regulations. You have to show that you were a victim, the crime occurred in the US, you had information and you were helpful in the investigation or prosecution of the offense.
Can my mother-in-law petition for my green card?
Unfortunately, your mother in law can not file for you. I wonder why your husband is not filing for you.Is he abusive? Controlling? I do not have enough facts in your email, but you should consult an attorney about VAWA (Violence Against Woman Act). This is a self petition and your husband doesn't have to help or know about it in which you demonstrate your (1) have good moral character (2) got married in good faith (3) lived with your spouse (4) your spouse is an American citizen (5) the marriage is valid and (6) your spouse is abusing you, either physically, verbally or otherwise.
How can I apply for my husband's green card?
If you are an American Citizen and he came in legally with most visa, he can apply for adjustment of status (filing for the green card without leaving the US). You can file for him even if you are 18.
Can my son become a US citizen?
File a family petition, then proceed with consular processing (immigrant visa). He will enter the US with an immigrant visa, and will receive a green card in the mail a few days later. Then file for a US passport. (Your son will become a US citizen upon entering the US).
Can I marry my girlfriend with a tourist visa B1 here in USA?
You have a few options: 1. Get married now, do not let her go back, file for a combined spousal petition / adjustment of status package. She will have a conditional green card (valid for 2 years) in about 4 months. 2. Get married now, let her go back, start with a family petition. Once approved, complete the consular processing. This step takes about 10 months. It might be more difficult (not necessarily impossible) for her to return to the US during the whole process. 3. Let her return home. File a fiancee petition. This process will take about 10 months. She will obtain a fiancee visa, return to the US. Both of you must get married during the 90 days following her fiancee entry. Finally, file for an adjustment once married.
Can the filing fee for form I-485 be in payments?
Unfortunately, not possible to make payments. Your I-485 package must contain a check or money order for the entire amount. Check must not bounced, because you will never hear the end of it. the USCIS will return your package if you fail to have the complete payment.
Is there a time limit for applying for a green card?
You did not say where your fiance is right now (in the USA or outside the USA). You did not say how long he has been living in the US and whether he has ever overstay, and if so, how long. If your fiance is currently in the US, it is best as a general rule to file for the green card, and wait for it, and only travel once the green card has been approved and received. If your fiance has overstay, and he leaves, he might be prevented from returning. Even if he never overstay, he might have some potential issues on his way back because he no longer have a "tourist" intent, he has the intent to settle here with you. Even if he does come back in, you would have to disclose on the forms about the date of your marriage (showing copy of marriage certificate) and showing your fiance (now husband)'s last entry (the document is called I-94 and the date of entry is stamped on it), showing a subsequent date. It only takes 4 months from filing to interview. Have your honeymoon in the US. Save the oversee trip after getting the green card. Good luck.
Can I use a co-sponsor to meet income requirements?
Yes. The income requirement varies depending on the number of people. (For example, he counts himself as 1. He counts his wife as 1 more. He counts each minor children he has, listed or not on his taxes. He counts anyone he ever filed an affidavit of support for which is still living in the US but is not yet an American citizen. Finally he counts your boyfriend as 1). The co-sponsor must either be American citizen or green card holder. He must provide his last federal tax return with W-2, last 6 paystubs, proof of immigration status, and sign the affidavit. Good luck.
Disclaimer: The responses above do not form an attorney-client relationship, nor are they intended to be anything other than the educated opinions of the author. They should not be relied upon as legal advice.