Immigration rules do not allow a permanent resident of the U.S. to immigrate a foreign fiance. They allow a foreign spouse to immigrate, but a hold will be placed on the case intentionally to prevent chain migration. Question I am a Permanent Resident of the U.S. for 10 years with Canadian citizenship. My boyfriend lives […]
U.S. J-Visa Expiring. What To Do?
Foreign exchange students often are at a loss to know how to remain in the U.S. when his or her stay on a visa comes to an end. Each case is different. Here is an example of a Romanian girl who was unable to change status from a J student visa to a B-Visa for Visitors. […]
Plans To Marry in the U.S. on a J-Visa
A J visa is a cultural exchange visa granted for various reasons. The J visa is commonly granted to certain foreigners who have academic distinction or other talents or to foreign college students who work at summer jobs, such as in our National Parks. It can also be used by au pairs working for families in the […]
Immigration Expedites for Japanese Family Members
Immigration filings for Japanese family members of U.S. citizens and permanent residents may be expedited. Here are the various opportunities: The grant of an application for change or extension of nonimmigrant status for an individual currently in the United States, even when the request is filed after the authorized period of admission has expired. An […]
Extended U.S. Stays for Japanese Stranded in the U.S. Due to Earthquake or Tsunami
Japanese residents and other foreigners from the Pacific stranded in the United States due to the earthquakes and tsunami devastation in the Pacific, may apply to extend stays in the U.S. You may be permitted up to an additional 30 days to depart the U.S. Visitors traveling under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) — if you […]