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Immigration

Can I Change Status After My I-94 Expired?

If you file your change of status petition after your I-94 expired, you will have to show that it was due to extraordinary circumstances beyond your control.

Khadija DerrickJune 1, 2021

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Immigration

What is a Visa Cancellation Under 222(g)?

If you were in the U.S. on a non-immigrant visa and you remained in the U.S. beyond the period of authorized stay (you overstayed your I-94 ), your non-immigrant visa will be automatically voided. You will not be able to…

Khadija DerrickMarch 11, 2021

Immigration

I overstayed in the U.S. past my I-94. Is there any way how to get my status reinstated? What should I do?

My I-94 for my E-2 visa expired. What should I do? Can I still file an extension of status for my E-2 visa when my I-94 has expired? Example 1 Let’s analyze the following scenario: Your E-2 visa is valid…

Jenny ZhanJanuary 19, 2021

Immigration Immigration Law Changes & New Law

Permanent Injunction on Unlawful Presence Rule for Students and Exchange Visitors

On February 6, 2020, a federal district judge has issued a permanent injunction to prevent USCIS from implementing the May 2018 Unlawful Presence Rule for students and exchange visitors. On May 18, 2018, USCIS issued a memorandum announcing that it…

Jenny ZhanFebruary 19, 2020

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Immigration Immigration Law Changes & New Law Visa Waivers

Preliminary Injunction Issued on August 2018 Unlawful Presence Memorandum for F, J, and M Visa Holders

On May 18, 2018, USCIS issued a memorandum announcing that it will radically revise how unlawful presence is accrued for students and exchange visitors who fail to maintain their F, J, or M visitor status. For the information on the…

Jenny ZhanMay 7, 2019

Immigration

White House issue Memo Regarding Non-Immigrant Visa Overstays

A Presidential Memorandum was released on April 22 directing the Departments of State and Homeland Security to recommend ways to reduce the number of visitor visa and visa waiver program overstays. With every entry into the United States, the visitor…

Jenny ZhanMay 3, 2019

Deportation & Humanitarian Immigration Immigration

Are There Green Card Options When I have Overstayed My Visa? What is the 245i Waiver and How can it Help Me?

What is 245i? Can it help me get a green card? INA §245(i) is a provision in the Immigration and Nationality Act of the United States, which allows certain persons who have an immigrant visa immediately available but entered without…

IanScottFebruary 25, 2016

Can I Change Status After My I-94 Expired?

What is a Visa Cancellation Under 222(g)?

I overstayed in the U.S. past my I-94. Is there any way how to get my status reinstated? What should I do?

Permanent Injunction on Unlawful Presence Rule for Students and Exchange Visitors

Preliminary Injunction Issued on August 2018 Unlawful Presence Memorandum for F, J, and M Visa Holders

White House issue Memo Regarding Non-Immigrant Visa Overstays

Are There Green Card Options When I have Overstayed My Visa? What is the 245i Waiver and How can it Help Me?

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