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  1. discoverusa
    At 74 spouse is probably retired and should be able to spend more time or even move to Nigeria for a while to show bonafide relationship.
  2. discoverusa
    Does she have notice to appear or release of recognization? Which country is she from? From what you described, she doesn't currently have a status to adjust from.
  3. discoverusa
    I went alone. It wasn't worth it for my self employed husband to lose income for a day. Also, didn't take my son out of school for this. Other attendees will take your picture. I believe Court clerk took pictures for each person with a judge. I took myself out to lunch that day and went back to work. It was a good day!
  4. discoverusa
    You can hire your mom and pay her on the books. You can use a payroll services provided by care.com or some other system. Make sure she earns 40 qualifying quarters needed to get Medicare. This approach does not solve your immediate issue, but think about long term solutions. Also, after she becomes a US Citizen or LPR for five years the state options through Medicaid may be available. Rules vary depending on state. I hear California is most beneficial for new LPR as far as providing healthcare.
  5. discoverusa
    It sounds like it was a GC renewal, not initial GC. Just days before their trip, she said he received his recently renewed Green Card.
  6. discoverusa
    I did it after three years. It wasn't too much more paperwork. Major bonus is being done with USCIS forever.
  7. discoverusa
    You may need a joint sponsor. Make sure to review income levels for Medicaid in your state for the household of three (or whatever is your household size). Yes, your husband's income will be counted when eligibility for Medicaid is determined.
  8. discoverusa
    I think it makes sense to bring parents who are in their fifties or early sixties and are still healthy. They can still work for ten years and pay into Medicare. My friend brought her Mother and Mom got a housekeeping job at the hotel and worked for ten years. The plan for her was to earn small SSA benefit and go back to her County. Mom actually likes living in US, is now retired and staying here for a foreseeable future.
  9. discoverusa
    I think a lot of new US Citizens are sponsoring parents just because they can. More thought should be put into whether this is a good idea for all involved. Healthcare cost is a huge consideration. Also, elderly parent often has bigger support system in their home country. The only people I saw adjust well are the once with only child that immigrated to US. I can't even imagine bringing my Mom here. Three of my siblings reside near her as well as extended family.
  10. discoverusa
    Those who entered with inspection (student, tourist, ECT.) can usually adjust status without leaving US even if they overstayed. Those who entered without inspection wouldn't be able to adjust based on current laws. New rule would allow whose who entered without inspection to adjust status without leaving.
  11. discoverusa
    I agree, but I am a bit confused why OP's timeline doesn't show proces of removing conditions. Just making sure he is aware of this step.
  12. discoverusa
    When you adjusted status, did you receive 10 year or 2 year LPR card?
  13. discoverusa
    You should also research cost of medical insurance for your in laws. In most states they wouldn't be eligible for Medicaid. Unless they are still young enough to work in US. Possibly get jobs with insurance and eventually earn 40 quarters needed for Medicare.
  14. discoverusa
    What about living will and life insurance, health insurance, emergency contact at work? Try to find more documents.
  15. discoverusa
    Why would you leave US for so long while your application is pending? I wouldn't leave again until getting unrestricted LPR card.
  16. discoverusa
    Where is she from?
  17. discoverusa
    Interesting read. Thanks!
  18. discoverusa
    Your welcome! I was also very surprised to learn this at the time.
  19. discoverusa
    Bummer! Unfortunate timing.
  20. discoverusa
    I used to volunteer for immigration non-profit that worked closely with DV shelter. Many cases we had were for U visas for survivors of domestic violence. The abuser doesn't need to be US Citizen.
  21. discoverusa
    https://www.womenslaw.org/laws/federal/immigration/u-visa-laws-crime-victims/traveling-outside-us
  22. discoverusa
    Domestic violence also qualifies for U visa with both partners being undocumented. The abused one gets LPR status for cooperating with investigation.
  23. discoverusa
    Most likely your packet will be returned and you will have to refile with new card information.
  24. discoverusa
    All household members will have to be listed on the application even the undocumented or individuals who are pending AOS. When snap benefits are granted you will be disqualified from snap case due to non-eligible immigration status. This has no bearing on your AOS because you are not the one who will be receiving the benefits. When you start working your income will be deemed (percentage), but you still won't be eligible for snap until after 5 years as an LPR.
  25. discoverusa
    You should also research cost of medical insurance in US for elderly parents.
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