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.
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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.
– There is a big difference in having entered the United States illegally and entering the country legally but remaining in the United States past your authorized stay as indicated on your visa
– The process outlined in this video outlines information to be followed if you entered the US without inspection after April 2001; before this date section 245 of the law can be used to adjust status in US
– In 2013 a new waiver was introduced allowing aliens to seek a pardon if the only offence is an overstay
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Want to hear how the new changes to the October visa bulletin can affect you? Keeping watching.
– Starting with the October 2015 visa bulletin there will be a new separate cut-off date chart for filing of adjustment of status applications
– The dual chart serves several purposes
– New cutoff dates will be an advantage to those who have been working for the same employer for years
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In this post attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick discusses the new changes to the October visa bulletin and how these changes can affect your family based or employment based petition.
The October 2015 Visa Bulletin from the U.S. Department of State shows a newly revised system of dual cutoff dates.
As of October, the visa bulletin contains a new, separate cutoff date chart for filing the application for adjustment (form I-485). The cutoff dates in the filing chart are much later than the final action cutoff date chart.
For example, the employment-based, second preference (EB2) for China’s cutoff date for filing in October is May 1, 2014, while the cutoff date for final action is January 1, 2012.
This is a HUGE change, effective as of October 1, 2015, and applies to both the employment-based and family-based categories.
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In this episode, attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick, discusses one of our most frequently asked questions: How to apply for an I-601 Extreme Hardship Waiver. For more information click below. It is our pleasure to assist you.
Why is an I-601 Waiver needed?
– Approval of an I-601 waiver is needed for those who are eligible for a green card but facing immigration bars
– USCIS issues this waiver but you must provide proof or convince them of any hardship the US Citizen spouse will face
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In this episode, attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick, discusses one of our most frequently asked questions: What is the purpose of the affidavit of support Form I-864? Click below to hear more.
– Form I-864 must be filed by the Petitioner or sponsor of a family-based US green card petition
– The purpose of the Affidavit of support is to ensure the government that the immigrant is not inadmissible
– Financial obligations of a Petitioner or sponsor are lifted once the permanent resident reaches 40 social security quarters which equates to about 10 years of work- must have been earned lawfully- once the sponsored immigrant becomes a US Citizen, if the sponsored immigrant dies, or if they cease to have lawful status in the US and depart
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In this episode, attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick, discusses one of our most frequently asked questions: I am a green card holder, when can I apply for citizenship? Click below to hear more.
The answer to this question is very important.
If one is still married with the US citizen, one can apply for a citizenship after three years. However, if one is divorced to the US citizen, one can only apply after five years since the date of one’s green card.
But any other form – except being married to a US citizen – i.e. green card through employment, you must wait five years
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In this episode, attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick, discusses one of our most frequently asked questions: Can petty theft affect my application for a green card?
Important points to consider:
– Be truthful and disclose any crime on the I-485 application. Failure to do so could be a problem.
– In most cases in most jurisdictions it will not be a problem as long as it’s fully disclosed.
– If it’s one offence, and as long as all the fines and rehabilitation programs has been completed, there is actually an exception.
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In this series, Attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick, Esq. discusses the process of applying for permanent residence for individuals on a valid student visa.
Notes to keep in mind when applying for permanent residence:
– F visa holders must know that when they apply for a green card they may lose their chance of renewing their F1.
– The length of the green card process can take two or more years. This process will not allow you a right to stay in the US.
– Until you can get to the adjustment of status process, you won’t be allowed to work.
– It may take years to adjust your status especially for those from India and China.
– Always get advice from a qualified attorney before filing from an F1
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In this episode attorney Jacob Sapochnick, Esq. answers one of our most frequently asked questions, what are the best ways to get a green card to live and work in the United States?
Here are the top 5 most common ways to obtain a green card:
– Family sponsorship. If it’s not an immediate relative you must wait in line with what is called as the priority date
– Green card lottery. If you win it, it’s free.
– Sponsorship by an employer
– Investing in the EB-5 program
– For asylum or refugees
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