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I submitted an EB-5 petition and received a request for evidence (RFE) from USCIS asking for financial records from 30 years ago. Is there a limit to how far back USCIS can trace the source of funds and request documentation? How might I respond? EB-5 VisaImmigrationInvestor Visas

I submitted an EB-5 petition and received a request for evidence (RFE) from USCIS asking for financial records from 30 years ago. Is there a limit to how far back USCIS can trace the source of funds and request documentation? How might I respond?

USCIS exercises broad discretion to require documentation that traces the source of funds pursuant to an immigrant visa application. However, there are options for effectively responding to requests for documents that are unavailable or that no longer exist. Background Various…
March 8, 2021
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My extension of status petition has been pending for a long time. What can I do to speed up the process? Can I file an expedite request? COVID-19

My extension of status petition has been pending for a long time. What can I do to speed up the process? Can I file an expedite request?

Due to Covid-19 global pandemic, the USCIS Service Centers are taking longer than usual to make a decision on all types of visa petitions. If you filed an extension of status petition long time ago and USCIS still has not…
January 27, 2021
I want to renew my E-2 visa. What will I have to show in my renewal application? Do I have to invest additional money in the business if I am renewing my E-2 visa? E-2 VisaImmigrationInvestor Visas

I want to renew my E-2 visa. What will I have to show in my renewal application? Do I have to invest additional money in the business if I am renewing my E-2 visa?

An E-2 visa is a visa classification that is available for foreign nationals who wish to live in the U.S. to develop and direct the operations of a business. The business can be large or small and an E-2 visa…
November 6, 2020
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I want to apply for asylum, but I don’t know how to tell my story. How do I create the most compelling personal statement in an asylum application? Deportation & Humanitarian ImmigrationImmigration

I want to apply for asylum, but I don’t know how to tell my story. How do I create the most compelling personal statement in an asylum application?

A few things to keep in mind Before you get started on your personal statement, please keep a few things in mind. First, asylum is a complicated area of law, and it is strongly recommended that you seek assistance from…
October 21, 2020
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I am waiting for my change of status petition to be approved. Can I travel outside the U.S. in the meantime? Immigration

I am waiting for my change of status petition to be approved. Can I travel outside the U.S. in the meantime?

No, in general we discourage travel outside the U.S. while a change of status petition is pending. Travel Outside the U.S. While Change of Status Petition Is Pending An individual who has status under one nonimmigrant visa category can change…
October 15, 2020
The government is taking a very long time to decide my immigration petition, in spite of my efforts. What are my options? Can I sue the government to force them to take action? Immigration

The government is taking a very long time to decide my immigration petition, in spite of my efforts. What are my options? Can I sue the government to force them to take action?

Yes, when the government has unreasonably delayed a decision on an immigration petition, you can sue to force the government to act. The specific name for this legal action is a mandamus. What is a “mandamus” action? Mandamus is a…
October 9, 2020
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