Chicago Immigration Lawyers | Family Based Immigration
The Chicago immigration lawyers can help you with family based immigration. Whether you are trying to get a permanent residentship (green card) for your parents, siblings, or children, or if you want to bring your spouse to the United States, a qualified immigration lawyer can ensure that your application is filled out properly and greatly increase the chance of positive judgment from the immigration authority.
K-1 FIANCE VISAS
In order to legally enter the United States, you must have a valid Visa. A United States Citizen may apply for a fiancé visa, which will allow their fiancé to travel to the US and remain here for a limited period of time. The parties have 90 days from the date of entry into the US to be legally married. Extensions are not permitted under this type of visa. After 90 days, if you and your fiancé are not legally married, your fiancé must return to his/her home country. If you and your fiancé decide not to get married, this will not prevent you from being able to bring in a future fiancé under a K-1 Visa. There are many things that could go wrong when trying to obtain a fiancé visa, such as missing documents, incorrect paperwork, fiance’s criminal record, significant age difference between yourself and your fiancé, and much more. It is important to retain an attorney who can adequately represent you and handle potential issues that may arise during the process. Contact our Immigration Lawyers to set up an appointment for an immigration consultation.
ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS (AOS)
If you have an approved family based or employment based immigration petition, you are eligible to adjust your status in order to obtain lawful permanent residency without having to leave the United States. There are several other categories which may allow one to adjust status. In some cases, your application to adjust status may be filed simultaneous with your immigration petition, which can speed up the process and, in certain circumstances, even allow you to legally work while the petition is pending. It is important, however, that the application is properly filed, and that all supporting documents are provided to the USCIS. Some supporting documents include an Affidavit of Support, which requires that the sponsor or meet certain income requirements. Ensure that your application is properly prepared and filed by contacting an experienced attorney at Chicago Immigration Lawyers for your consultation.
CITIZENSHIP/NATURALIZATION
Naturalization is the process by which a foreign person becomes a citizen of the United States. In order to become a United States citizen, there are various eligibility requirements which must be met. The applicant must have maintained a residence and be physically present in the United States for a continuous period of time. The applicant must have the ability to read, write and speak English. He or she must have good moral character in order to become a US citizen. Becoming familiar with the United States Constitution, having a favorable disposition towards the United States and passing the US constitution test are also requirements to become a citizen of this country. There are procedures and guidelines which must be followed in the application process, and it is important that you have a knowledgeable immigration attorney assist you, so as to prevent any problems and/or delays. Contact an attorney at Chicago Immigration Lawyers for a consultation to determine your eligibility and assist you in properly filing the necessary paperwork to complete your application for US citizenship.
ADVANCE PAROLE (TRAVEL DOCUMENTS)
If you are an alien with a pending application for immigration benefits or there are changes in your immigration status, you will need to apply for Advance Parole to travel outside of the United States and return. For example, if an alien has a pending application for Adjustment of Status and leaves the United States, he or she will be considered to have abandoned their application if they do not apply for advance parole prior to leaving, and will be unable to re-enter the United States.
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