There are various types of visas, such as tourist (B-2), student (F-1), work (H-1B), family-sponsored (F2A, F2B), and more.

Depending on the visa type, you might be able to apply for an extension. Consult with an attorney for guidance.

Generally, no. Tourist visas are for leisure travel, not employment.

Immigrant visas are for those intending to live permanently in the US, while nonimmigrant visas are for temporary stays.

In some cases, you can apply to change from one nonimmigrant status to another. Consult an attorney for advice.

It’s a program that provides a limited number of green cards through a random selection process.

Yes, green card holders can work and live in the US permanently.

US citizens and permanent residents can sponsor certain family members through a family-sponsored preference system.

Generally, you must be a green card holder for a certain period before applying for naturalization.

Depending on your situation, you may need to apply for a travel document (Advance Parole) to reenter the US.

Employers must sponsor H-1B visas for highly skilled foreign workers.

The process involves obtaining labor certification and filing an employment-based immigrant petition.

Yes, individuals with extraordinary ability can self-petition in certain categories.

EB-2 is for professionals with advanced degrees or exceptional abilities, while EB-3 is for skilled workers, professionals, and other workers.

Generally, you need a valid work visa to legally work in the US.

Your new employer must file an H-1B petition for you.

H-1B visa holders can own a business but must adhere to the visa’s work restrictions.

OPT allows F-1 students to work in their field of study after completing their degree.

It’s a process to demonstrate that there are no qualified US workers available for a certain job.

Yes, in some cases, your employer can sponsor you for a green card.

US citizens can sponsor their parents, but permanent residents cannot.

You can file a K-1 visa petition for your fiancé(e) to enter the US for marriage.

Yes, same-sex spouses are treated the same as opposite-sex spouses for immigration purposes.

F2A is for spouses and unmarried children of permanent residents, while F2B is for unmarried adult children.

US citizens can sponsor their siblings, but there can be long wait times due to high demand.

It’s a legal contract where the sponsor agrees to financially support the immigrant spouse or family member.

Yes, stepchildren can generally be sponsored for a green card if the marriage took place before the child turned 18.

Yes, you can adopt internationally, but the process can be complex.

Yes, both US citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their spouses.

The Visa Bulletin provides information about immigrant visa availability and priority dates.

They’re essentially the same process; “removal” is the term currently used by immigration authorities.

Yes, violating the terms of your visa or engaging in certain criminal activities can lead to deportation.

Yes, in many cases, you can appeal deportation orders in immigration court.

A DUI can have immigration consequences, especially if it’s considered a crime of moral turpitude or aggravated felony.

Yes, you can apply for asylum if you meet the criteria and file within one year of arriving in the US.

Depending on your circumstances, you might be eligible for various waivers to avoid deportation.

Yes, overstaying your visa can lead to deportation proceedings.

DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) recipients are generally protected from deportation while their status is valid.

TPS provides temporary protection from deportation for individuals from countries facing certain crises.

Yes, green card holders can face deportation if they commit certain crimes or violate immigration laws.

Applicants for naturalization generally need to demonstrate basic English language skills.

Yes, fee waivers are available for certain applicants based on their financial situation.

Typically, you must be a green card holder for at least 5 years (or 3 years if married to a US citizen) before applying for citizenship.

It depends on the nature and severity of the criminal record. Some crimes can result in denial of citizenship.

In rare cases, citizenship can be revoked if it was obtained fraudulently or through certain illegal activities.

The naturalization test consists of a civics and an English language test. Study materials are available online.

The US generally allows dual citizenship, so you might not need to renounce your original citizenship.

Unpaid taxes can affect your application, so it’s recommended to address any tax issues before applying.

Receiving certain types of public assistance can affect your application, but it’s not an automatic disqualification.

Continuous residence is a requirement for citizenship, so prolonged absences from the US could impact your eligibility.

If you leave before obtaining an Advance Parole document, your application might be considered abandoned.

It’s generally best to avoid international travel while your naturalization application is pending.

If you’re a green card holder, extended absences from the US could be seen as abandonment of your permanent resident status.

DACA recipients can travel outside the US using Advance Parole, but it’s important to consult an attorney before doing so.

A reentry permit allows a green card holder to stay outside the US for an extended period without abandoning their residency.

Yes, you can generally apply for a US visa in a country other than your home country.

You can travel using Advance Parole if you have a pending asylum application, but consult an attorney before doing so.

Traveling with a removal order can be risky, as you might not be allowed to reenter the US.

Traveling while your adjustment of status is pending can complicate your application. Consult an attorney before doing so.

It’s generally recommended to have a valid green card before traveling internationally.

Individuals who have suffered persecution or fear persecution in their home country due to race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group can apply for asylum.

No, you can only apply for asylum if you are physically present in the US.

Asylum is for individuals already in the US, while refugee status is granted to individuals outside the US who are facing persecution and are referred by the United Nations or another qualifying agency.

Yes, you can still apply for asylum even if you entered the US without authorization.

Generally, you must apply for asylum within one year of arriving in the US, but exceptions may apply.

After 150 days of filing your complete asylum application, you can apply for an employment authorization document (EAD).

If you were previously denied asylum, you might still be eligible to apply again with new evidence or changed circumstances.

Traveling outside the US while your asylum application is pending can result in abandonment of the application. Consult an attorney before traveling.

f your asylum application is denied, you might be placed in removal proceedings. It’s crucial to consult an attorney.

Yes, you can apply to bring your spouse and unmarried children under 21 to the US after receiving asylum.

Consular processing involves obtaining a visa at a US consulate abroad, while adjustment of status is done within the US to obtain a green card.

The processing time can vary widely based on factors like your visa category, USCIS workload, and any potential delays.

Yes, if you’re married to a US citizen, you can apply for a green card through the marriage-based green card process.

You can apply for an employment authorization document (EAD) while your adjustment of status application is pending.

If you leave the US while your adjustment of status application is pending, you might need an Advance Parole document to return without abandoning your application.

Some individuals who entered the US without inspection may still be eligible for adjustment of status through certain family-based categories.

Yes, if your employer sponsors you, you can apply for a green card through employment-based categories.

Depending on your circumstances, you might still be eligible to adjust your status, especially if you have an immediate family member who is a US citizen or permanent resident.

No, the Diversity Visa Lottery winners must go through consular processing abroad to obtain their green cards.

Some employment-based categories allow for self-sponsorship based on extraordinary abilities or national interest waivers.

Yes, a medical examination is generally required to ensure you don’t have a medical condition that would make you inadmissible to the US.

Certain medical conditions can result in inadmissibility, but waivers might be available in some cases.

HIV status was previously a ground for inadmissibility, but as of 2021, it is no longer a basis for denial.

Some vaccines are required for immigration purposes, but exemptions may be available based on medical or religious reasons.

As of November 2019, immigrants seeking to enter the US or adjust status are required to have health insurance or demonstrate financial ability to cover medical costs.

Yes, after one year of being granted asylum, you can apply for a green card.

The U Visa is primarily for crime victims who assist law enforcement, and it can eventually lead to a green card.

Yes, victims of certain crimes, including domestic violence, might be eligible to apply for a U Visa or other forms of relief.

Yes, this program is for unmarried minors who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected by one or both parents.

Yes, victims of domestic violence, as well as certain family members, can apply for a green card through VAWA.

Failing to register for Selective Service can lead to ineligibility for naturalization but is unlikely to result in deportation.

Yes, you can generally appeal certain immigration decisions to the appropriate appeals board or federal court.

Immigration officials can review your social media activity as part of the vetting process, but it’s rare for social media posts alone to lead to a denial.

Not filing taxes could potentially affect your immigration status, especially if you’re required to provide proof of financial stability.

Yes, victims of human trafficking may be eligible for a T Visa, which can lead to a green card.

Victims of certain serious crimes might be eligible for a U Visa, which can eventually lead to a green card.

Entering the US with false documents could affect your asylum application, but each case is unique.

Yes, you have the right to change your attorney at any point during your case.

Certain drug convictions can make you inadmissible to the US, but waivers might be available in some cases.

Yes, persecution based on sexual orientation can be a valid basis for seeking asylum or other forms of relief.