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Legal Separation May Block Family Visa Path, But Exceptions Exist
As of 2024, legal separation generally disqualifies individuals from family-based visas through a US citizen spouse, as they no longer…
What Happens to Family Visa Applications When a Sponsor Passes Away?
The death of a sponsor during a family visa application process can terminate the application but offers options like INA…
Family Visa Process: What to Do If War or Disaster Erased Your Documents
If original marriage or birth certificates are unavailable due to war or disasters, USCIS accepts detailed explanations and secondary evidence…
Pathways for Same-Sex Partners Seeking U.S. Visas from Non-Recognition Countries
Same-sex partners from non-recognition countries can pursue U.S. immigration through various options: K-1 fiancé(e) visas for marriage, B-2 visitor visas…
Public Benefits and Affidavit of Support: What Sponsors Need to Know
Sponsoring a family member for U.S. immigration involves signing a legally binding Affidavit of Support, committing to financial support and…
VAWA Self-Petition: Protecting Visa Status After Domestic Violence
Noncitizens facing divorce due to domestic violence can maintain U.S. legal status through VAWA provisions, including self-petitions, battered spouse waivers,…
Can a Criminal Record from Your Country Affect Your Family Visa Eligibility?
A criminal record, even for minor offenses, can complicate U.S. family visa eligibility. Offenses like felonies, crimes involving moral turpitude,…
How Naturalization Changes a Pending Family Visa Petition
If a sponsoring relative naturalizes during a family visa petition, applications may be reclassified. Spouses and minor children may shift…