In this segment, attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick discusses one of our most frequently asked questions: I have married a different petitioner than the one who filed my K-1 fiancé visa, can I still apply for my green card? https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-30-married-a-different-petitioner-on-a-k1-fiance-visa-can-i-still-get-my-green-card-inside-the-us Overview – The K-1 fiancé visa allows you to marry only…
In this segment, attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick discusses one of our most frequently asked questions: can same sex couples apply for immigration benefits? https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-44-can-same-sex-couples-file-for-immigration-benefits Overview – Yes, it is possible for a qualifying relative to apply for immigration benefits for their spouse if the marriage is valid by the laws…
In this segment, attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick discusses new changes applying to OPT STEM extensions. https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-64-stem-extension-changes The new changes include: – The new STEM OPT proposal will provide for an extension of OPT optional practical training replacing the 2008 proposal. – The proposal will increase OPT STEM extensions from 17…
Thinking of applying for the H-1B visa? Not sure what qualifies as a specialty occupation? In this segment attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick answers your questions regarding what specialty occupations are permissible for H-1B visa. https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-34-what-specialty-occupations-are-accepted-for-the-h-1b-visa The H-1B visa is for professionals who possess either a U.S. master’s or bachelor’s degree,…
Want to know what’s new on the November Visa Bulletin? In this segment attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick discusses the new changes including the dual chart system, family-based preference categories, and EB visa updates for China, India, Mexico, Philippines. https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-63-november-visa-bulletin For more information on the Visa Bulletin click here. Remember to follow…
In this episode, attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick Esq. answers one of our most frequently asked questions: What are the differences between the L and E visas? https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep47-what-is-the-difference-between-the-l-and-e-visas The L visa is a known immigrant visa, which means that L visa holders can apply for a permanent resident card without losing…
In this episode, attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick Esq. discusses advance parole. https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-61-what-is-an-advance-parole You can apply for advance parole by filing USCIS Form I-131 Application for Travel Document. An advance parole document: – Allows foreign nationals to re-enter the USA after traveling overseas without an immigrant visa. – Foreign nationals who…
Entered the country illegally and now married to a US Citizen? Watch the video below for more information on the possibility of applying for a green card. https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-27-married-to-a-us-citizen-but-entered-illegally-can-i-still-obtain-a-green-card – There is a big difference in having entered the United States illegally and entering the country legally but remaining in the…
What is a K-1 fiance visa and what are the requirements to apply? Watch attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick discuss the K-1 fiance visa below for more information. https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-37-what-is-a-fiance-visa-k1-and-what-are-the-requirements-to-apply – Only a US citizen, not a green card holder, can file a fiancé visa for their significant other – The US…
In this episode, attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick Esq. discusses the removal process following detention. https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-35-i-am-detained-by-immigration-can-they-just-kick-me-out-how-does-the-removal-process-start – Following your detention, you have the right to fight your case, you cannot just be kicked out without due process of law – In most cases, unless there is an outstanding order of removal…