The January 2009 Visa Bulletin has few changes over the December 2008 Visa Bulletin in the employment-based (EB) categories. There is slight forward movement in EB2 India and China. The EB3 category had a more significant change for China, and a minor change for India. The EB categories that were…
I have tried to cover most of the key issues that a couple will need in order to succeed in filing the marriage based Green Card. But with a topic a involved and ever changing as this one, there are always questions that couples still like to ask. We have…
The following information was reported to me and I wanted to share with you for your information. Beginning January 20, 2009, all non-immigrant visa applicants, regardless of visa class, with an appointment at the U.S. Consulate General in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico will be required to use the DS-160 electronic NIV…
Immigration law is important and that is all that we cover most of the time. But our immigrant readers, may be facing other legal challenges from time to time. So we rely on our lawyer friends from across the country, to provide guest articles and reports. This week we are…
At the request of our readers, we are providing more information about the above referenced process. Although it may seem to be simple, we suggest you consult a qualified immigration attorney before filing the application to become a permanent resident based on marriage to a US Citizen. Step 1: 1.…
Most of our readers are aware that any adjustment of status in a family based petition can not be approved if the relationship is no longer viable. Yet there are certain exceptions from time to time. On August 12, 2008, in Choin v. Mukasey, the U.S. Court of Appeals for…
As lawyers specializing in the 601 Hardship Waivers, we report many more approval from our clients. From Manila to Ciudad Juarez our law firm is fighting the Government and winning!!! Here is a quick update from the field. Warren Janssen, Officer-in-Charge at the USCIS Ciudad Juarez office, has advised that…
An anxious and worried couple consulted with me recently. The spouse is American and the Husband Filipino who we will call Mr. M. They presented me with a decision from the local Immigration office intending to deny their Marriage Adjustment Petition. They were given 30 days to file an appeal.…
As many of our Marriage Visa clients know, the Medical Examination is an important part of the case required documents. Once an applicant goes through the exam the doctor must sign and complete Form I-696. In the coming weeks, applicants should remember that the I-693 medical exam form is being…
EFFECTIVE 12/17/07 (Posted on AILA Infonet 12/14/07 ) Due to the limitations of the INFOPASS appointment system regarding scheduling options for I-601 waivers under the new I-601 pilot program implemented on March 6, 2007, the USCIS Ciudad Juarez office has been trying to put in place a new system. INFOPASS…