Immigration attorney Erick Widman provides guidance on how to navigate the U.S. immigration maze. Learn how to become a U.S. citizen, successfully apply for a visa, or receive a green card. Erick has been married to a wonderful Hungarian woman since 2001 and loves coaching other international couples on both the legal requirements and practical ways to thrive as a cross-cultural couple.
Hi Eric, thank you so much for all you do.. so my husband case is an administrative close since 2014. we just found this out this thru an After my. what kind of form do I need to file to open his case to get his Green Card or can I just petition him a I-130 thru marriage. We got married almost two years ago. Thank you so much. Should I hired an Attorney for I -130 what are the chances??
No, a newborn baby cannot petition for their parent, a child must be at least 21 years old to petition for a parent to receive legal permanent residency (a Green Card). This is known as a family-based immigration petition under the Immediate Relative (IR) category.
Thank you for your question. I can confirm with certainty that if you are married to a U.S. citizen, the requirement for applying for naturalization is reduced from 5 years to 3 years, provided you’ve been living with your spouse continuously during that time and meet the other eligibility criteria.
Thank you for being honest. Most of the majority of Latino hispanics' lawyers are lying to their people, giving them false hope telling them they could fix right away because their child is 21 ..they be saying if you enter illegally even if your child is Not in the army you can still fix your status
Here’s how you can do that: 1. Check Your Driving Record: • State DMV or Equivalent Agency: Contact your state’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or the equivalent agency. You can request a copy of your driving record, which will list any traffic citations, including unpaid tickets. • Online Services: Some states offer online portals where you can check your driving record for citations and their status. 2. Contact Local Courts: • Traffic Court: If you’ve received any traffic tickets, you can contact the traffic court in the jurisdiction where the ticket was issued. They can provide information about the ticket and whether it’s been paid or not. • Municipal or County Courts: For non-traffic-related citations (e.g., parking tickets, misdemeanors), contact the municipal or county courts where the incident occurred. 3. Check with Collection Agencies: • Credit Report: If a citation has gone unpaid for a long time, it may have been turned over to a collection agency. You can check your credit report for any collection actions that might be related to unpaid citations. 4. Public Records Search: • Online Public Records: Some citations might appear in public records databases. These can be searched online, often through third-party services, for a fee.
Sir , while thanking you for mentioning most of the documents for Citizenship interview , you haven’t mentioned 1) IT Transcripts of 5 yrs 2) Age Proof ( Date of Birth certificate) Pl revert. Thanks and Regards
Hi, have you tried visiting the USCIS processing times page to see the expected processing time for your specific application or petition? If the processing time for your specific type of case has passed the normal expected timeframe, you can request a case inquiry by visiting the USCIS e-Request page and selecting “Case Outside Normal Processing Time.”
So I'm an American natural citizen born in the USA and if I want to travel let's say to Vietnam for vacation for a month it wouldn't be necessary for me to concern my self with visa or things cause it's a vacation I'm not migrating there it's just required to have my USA passport
If you want to visit another country, you need a valid passport. It is also important to check with that country's consulate or embassy to understand the specific entry requirements. Some countries require a visitor visa, while others may allow you to enter without a visa but impose limits on the duration of your stay. To reenter the USA, U.S. citizens need only their valid passport, whereas legal permanent residents and visa holders need their Green Card or visa in addition to their passport.
Say I enter into the US under the age of 18 to US citizen parent, can I still file for certificate of citizenship after the age of 18 or I need to do it before 18 years?
If you entered the United States as a child under the age of 18 and one of your parents is a U.S. citizen, you may be eligible to file for a Certificate of Citizenship even after you turn 18, provided certain conditions are met.
How if I owed taxes few years ago but haven’t paid yet dues to my situation.i gave birth so I am a full time mom with with no income.will I still fail it?
Hi @rsophie30 While owing taxes can complicate your naturalization process, it does not automatically disqualify you. By addressing your tax obligations proactively, filing all necessary returns, setting up a payment plan, and documenting your financial hardship, you can demonstrate good moral character and increase your chances of a successful naturalization application!
Hello, my sister is trying to petition for her spouse. She has resided in Germany for the past 12 years. She doesnt pay taxes in the US. She does however have a US drivers license linked to an address here. She has 5 siblings and two parents here. Is that enough to establish domicile?
Eric i am applying for a us passport using secodary proof of citizenship it states i need my birth certificate my mothers and a statement from my mother stating her time here in the usa and abroad would an affadavit satisfy that. 1977 out of wedlock american morher she had two years before my birth
How can my wife a non citizen travel back and forth with me to the USA to visit? She is here now but we don't want to do all this other petitions or processes just to come and go for a few months stay here
I married the 1st time to an american citizen She knew I can only work in this country and would have serious problems if got arrested for any reason so she started extort me and threaten me with police whenever she felt like it. Long story short we are separated cause she went to police (looking to get a protection order against me with false accusations) that I made her feel unsafe . I have that case dismissed in court since she didn't have any supporting evidence.
What if my dad already filed an N600 somewhere in 1996-98 but it was denied lack of physical presence I’m born in 1984 my dad is the only US citizen, both parents married in 1986 I became a resident in 1998, I’ve applied for n400 but was told I had derived citizenship from my dad and could file i290b form, only supporting documents I have are my birth certificate with my dad name on it +my dads death certificate + parents marriage certificate +school transcripts with my dads name as legal guardian and a few pictures (20-30) would that be enough supporting documents??
What if my dad already filed an N600 somewhere in 1996-98 but it was denied lack of physical presence I’m born in 1984 my dad is the only US citizen, both parents married in 1986 I became a resident in 1998, I’ve applied for n400 but was told I had derived citizenship from my dad and could file i290b form, only supporting documents I have are my birth certificate with my dad name on it +my dads death certificate + parents marriage certificate +school transcripts with my dads name as legal guardian and a few pictures (20-30) would that be enough supporting documents?
Hi, thanks for your video! I have a question. Is it required that the paperwork that is not in English - specifically, the birth certificate of my child for whom I´d like to apply- besides being translated into English (by a certified translator), ALSO BE APOSTILLED?
No. The key requirements are typically: Translation: The document must be translated into English by a certified translator. The translator must provide a certification stating that they are competent to translate the document and that the translation is accurate. Certification of the Translation: The translator should provide their name, signature, date, and a statement of their qualifications. Include both the original document (in the foreign language) and the certified translation when submitting your application to USCIS.
I am in the process of filing N-400 for my citizenship and I am unable to find my I94 records. I tried all the options that you recommended in your video. Any suggestions?
I was in same situation today in the USCIS OFFICE and the USCIS officer told me she can’t make a decision about my citizenship test even I passed the citizenship test but she told me that she has to approve the 10 year GC first…I was confused…