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Are children of American parent(s) born outside of the United States citizens of the United States?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

These children may have acquired citizenship through their American parents, however citizenship rules have changed throughout the years. So I advise you to consult an emigration attorney so they can tell you whether your child has in fact acquired citizenship.

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What is a visa?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

A visa is a document that is affixed to a passport, which indicates that that person can enter, leave, or stay in the United States for a specified period.

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Are children with only one American parent citizens of the United States?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

Children who are born outside the United States and has one citizen parent, that child may have acquired U.S. citizenship. However, it depends on many factors regarding the U.S. citizen parent. Also, citizenship rules have changed throughout the years, so I do strongly advise that you consult an immigration attorney.

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What if my permanent resident card expires?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

If your permanent resident card expires, it does not mean that you lose that status. I would suggest that you extend your permanent residency card; however, you have to see whether you meet the eligible requirements to renew it.

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What is a K-1 fiance visa?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

The K-1 fiance visa, it’s a visa that allows your overseas fiancé to come into the United States, and within 90 days you and your fiance must marry. Once married, your fiance can apply for permanent residency status.

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What are the requirements to apply for an E-1 visa?

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The requirements to apply for an E-1 visa is basically that the applicant needs to show that he or she is a national from a treaty country, that they intend to engage in substantial international trade, and that at least 50% of their international trade is between the United States and the treaty country.

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What are the requirements for an E-2 visa?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

The basic requirements for an E-2 visa is that the future investment must be active, substantial, and non-marginal.

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Once I get married, how can I bring my spouse to the U.S.?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

Once you’re married and your spouse is overseas, you will need to first file a family petition or an I-130. And once that petition is approved, the file will be transferred to the National Visa Center. The National Visa Center will contact your spouse and yourself to provide additional information. Once that step is… Read More »

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My child was born overseas. Can they become a United States citizen?

By Zagazeta Garcia LLP |

If your child was born overseas, your child may have acquired citizenship. I would suggest that you contact the US Consulate. Maybe you’ll be able to apply for the child’s passport. Or if that’s not available to you, based on the citizenship rules, your child may acquire citizenship, but you will have to apply… Read More »

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I am a United States citizen. How do I petition for my mother?

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If you’re a U.S. citizen and you are over 21 years of age? You may file your family petition, also called the I-130, to the USCIS Center that has jurisdiction power to review that case. Once approve that approved petition will be transferred to the National Visa Center also called the NVC for further… Read More »

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