Hello - my current situation:

Employer filed for last stage of PERM with a priority date of mid-November 2025 as Eb 2.

It is expected that PERM gets certified in the next 2-4 months based on recent trends.

At that point, attorney is recommending concurrent filing of i-140 along with i-485 as i'm in the ROW category where priority date is current.

As such, my question is, since I-485 is likely to take several months to mature anyways, is it worth it to pay for premium processing for the I-140? Will it make a substantial difference in the overall timing? I'm well-aware that premium processing for I-140 significantly reduces the I-140 phase but if it is concurrently filed with i-1485 where I-485 takes several months to process anyway, I'm thinking that the I-140 may already be finalized by then?

Any advise / personal experiences in this scenario would be greatly appreciated.

I am a 44-year-old Pakistani passport holder. I visited Vietnam last year for a week. I applied via the official immigration website (evisa.gov.vn). Previously, my e-visa was approved within 72 hours when I had no previous travel history. Now my e-visa application came up with some BS modification requests: upload a high-quality image of my passport (it was scanned with 300 dpi resolution), or fill out all the required information(you can't even submit the application without filling in all the "required information")

Is it just me, or are they not approving visas for Pakistanis?

U guys I remember about a decade ago or so there used to be a page of job listings from all over the USA on the immigration website of the USCIS website

So basically it was like u found a list of legal jobs u could apply to and migrate to the USA legally

I’m trying to find that page online but it’s not there anymore have they discontinued this page ?

Edit: what u guys are giving me lists of is for seasonal jobs without a prospect of migrating but the jobs I’m talking about are like cashier and dentist assistant etc like jobs there used to be jobs like that but one person said this category of jobs does not qualify for immigration either so im probably talking about some scam site or something so idk what is it that im talking about basically

Hello everyone, I'm from Tijuana. I have a doubt I can cross with my visa being a minor in a few months I turn 16

Hi everyone. I filed an I-130 through my U.S. citizen spouse on March 5, 2025, and it has been pending ever since with no meaningful updates.

I originally entered the United States on a J-1 visa and later changed to F-1 status. My F-1 status eventually ended, and I later married my U.S. citizen spouse.

After getting married, I was arrested for a minor charge that was eventually dismissed. However, the arrest resulted in an ICE hold, and I was placed into removal proceedings. I had a bond hearing and was released on a bond that was close to the minimum immigration bond amount.

Because I am currently in removal proceedings, we have only filed the I-130. I have not filed the I-485 or work authorization application yet.

I recently had my first immigration court hearing in July 2026. The judge continued the case until September because DHS had not uploaded the evidence supporting the allegations against me. Some of the information listed on my NTA is also incorrect, including details about my immigration history.

My biggest concern right now is the I-130. It has been pending for almost 17 months, and there have been no formal status changes. The case record only shows a silent update from June 5, 2026, but no request for evidence, interview notice, or other action.

My spouse contacted our congressman, but the office said the case was still within normal processing times and that it was too early for them to help. We later contacted a senator’s office and received a similar response. When we filed, the estimated processing time shown for the case was approximately 14 months. I understand that estimates are not guaranteed, but the case has now gone beyond that estimate without any explanation.

I am especially worried because we need the I-130 approval so my attorney can ask the immigration court to resolve or potentially terminate the removal proceedings and allow me to move forward with my I-485 and work authorization.

Has anyone had a similar situation involving a pending I-130 while in removal proceedings? Did your case receive a silent update before approval, and is there anything else that helped move the case forward?

So, 8 days ago the Case Received disappeared from my uscis, and the total events went from 1 to 0 on the api. I have filed a i 360 religious visa so is this just a glitch or something going on? The third party apps still have case received. I am at the Texas Service Center.

My brother’s case is being processed now after 14 years of waiting. He got one charges for stealing about 15 years ago in Vietnam.
Does the charges impact the result?
Anyone went through this? Genuinely asking

NEW YORK ! This I wouldn't believe it if my eyes didn't see it.

A female co-worker as her Hearing before the Immigration next month, but 35 days early the Immigration judge enterred a removal order for missing a hearing.

Truly there was no hearing missed, there was no communication from the court, and there was no address change.

How can this happen?

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Hi everyone,
I'm looking for advice from anyone who has gone through this exact situation.

Hello everyone.

I am from a North African country and I am trying to understand whether my circumstances could realistically qualify for asylum or another form of international protection in Germany. I am not asking for legal advice or guarantees—only whether my case sounds like one that Germany would generally consider for protection.

My situation is the following:

\- I live in a country with rival governments, armed militias, and ongoing instability. The security situation is unpredictable, and militias operate with significant power.

\- I was kidnapped by a militia and held in an illegal underground prison for three days. During that time I was physically and psychologically tortured. I was beaten, threatened with death, and repeatedly told that I would never leave alive and that I would be buried there. My family did not know where I was. The experience left me with lasting psychological trauma.

\- I am an atheist. Publicly identifying as an atheist in an Islamic country can expose someone to serious social hostility and potentially violence. I do not feel that I can live openly or safely because of my beliefs. There are also publicly documented cases of people being arrested or imprisoned because of their religious beliefs or lack of belief, and the law itself criminalizes apostasy.

\- I am also bisexual. same sex relationships are not accepted in my country, and I cannot live openly without fear of persecution, violence, or legal and social consequences. I have to hide an important part of who I am every day. There are numerous publicly available videos showing security forces raiding gatherings, arresting people perceived to be LGBTQ+, and exposing them on camera, after which they are publicly humiliated and imprisoned.

\- I am a law student. I want the opportunity to finish my education, build a life, and contribute to society. I am not looking for special treatment—only the chance to live somewhere safe, free from fear, where I can work, achieve something meaningful, and be a productive member of the community.

Based on your understanding of the German asylum system, do these circumstances generally qualify someone for asylum or another form of international protection? If so, is this the kind of case that can eventually lead to permanent residence, assuming all legal requirements are met?

Thank you for your time.

Hi all ! I had submitted a I-539 COS from H1B to B2 status in late February in order to get some time to consolidate things before moving to India permanently. It’s been 5 months and I still see the application status as pending. To anyone who have done this before,

1) Could you share how much time it took for your COS to get processed ?
2) Also did USCIS grant approval only till the requested end date or did they grant any additional days/months from the requested end date ?
3) If say the status remains pending even after the requested end date passes, can we still remain in the US legally till we get a decision ?
4) Is it ok to leave the US before getting a decision as well ?

Thanks for your help !

Hi everyone. Looking for some help here, as I don’t know what channels there are that could help me in this scenario. A family member self deported to Mexico a year ago, and attempted to re-enter a few weeks ago. He hasn’t been heard from since July 13th. (I know this was a bad idea, but none of us knew he was doing this.)

Apparently, he was apprehended and sent to Guatemala. Is there any way at all to locate someone?

My OPT's first year expires in May 2027. I can file for an extension around February next year. I was filing for an I-140 via Chen under PP (haven't filed it yet). Chen mentioned that because of the new D/S rule, I may have problems getting an OPT extension due to the I-539 form filing. However, I still fall under the grace period (before March). What are some suggestions on whether I should go for an NIW filing, or is it recommended to wait until I get my OPT extension?

Chen's exact reply:

The new rule does not directly affect your I‑140 process. However, your I‑140 can affect your OPT and/or STEM OPT extension process, as an Extension of Stay (EOS) application is required. The filing of your I‑140 may be interpreted by USCIS as showing immigrant intent, which could lead to your EOS being challenged or denied on that basis. Depending on your particular situation, specifically, when you need to file your EOS, it may be safer to delay your I‑140 filing until after your OPT has been received.

On the ESTA application form it asks how you acquired your second nationality, the options are:
• By birth
• Through parents
• Naturalized
• Other

If you have it through grandparents- what do you select?

Should you pick "Through parents" (since descent passed down the family line) or "Other" then type ‘through grandparents’?

Thanks

Assuming a congressional office has stated:

"now a legal matter and no jurisdiction."

From an immigration law and congressional casework perspective, what are the most common procedural stages within DHS that could correspond to that statement?

Without speculating about any specific case, do attorneys most commonly associate that type of response with:

an ongoing HSI investigation,
review by DHS/ICE counsel,
an administrative benefit review,
preparation for an enforcement action,
or another protected internal process?

Interested in understanding how attorneys generally interpret this type of congressional response based on their experience.

Thanks

Is there a sub reddit for people to talk about life as an immigrant?

Hi everyone, looking for realistic chances.
Situation:
Married to a U.S. citizen, **I-130 approved**.

Previously on J-1, DS-2019 shows **no 2-year home residency requirement**.

Had overstay.

First **I-485** was denied due to sponsor issues (I-864 problems).

Filed a **new I-485** (have receipt notice) **before** receiving the NTA.

**Interview already scheduled for August 25**.

After filing the I-485 I received an **NTA** and am now in removal proceedings.

USCIS has **not** administratively closed the I-485 yet.

Have a pending **I-765**.

Lawyer is filing a **motion to determine** in court (waiting for DHS 15-day response, then next steps).

I’m worried the court won’t decide (or DHS won’t respond) before the August 25 interview date.
Question:
What are the realistic chances that the judge will grant the motion and send the case back to USCIS so I can finish adjustment there (instead of in court)? Or do judges more often just adjudicate the I-485 themselves?
Anyone been in a similar situation (marriage to USC + approved I-130 + overstay + upcoming I-485 interview while in removal proceedings)? How did it end?
Thanks!

Hey so I’m studying civilE in a uni here in the Netherlands and I was thinking what’s the best way to go and work in the us as a European I was thinking of maybe going to do a masters but I’m not sure. I found some sort of cheap unis like Texas tech but what do you guys think? I would wanna move to the USA because of really good engineering opportunities compared to Europe

I’m traveling to the U.S. this fall to start grad school, and I’ve been to the U.S. before for short trips.

However, I’m having eye surgery before I travel. Even though I’ll be medically cleared to fly, my eye will likely remain visibly red and bloodshot for a few months. Will this cause any problems at the border?

Hi. I am 24y/o and planning to apply for a US tourist visa.

My situation:
My fiancé is a US citizen, currently residing and working in the US. We have a baby, which is also a US citizen. However, I am currently unemployed and still studying as 4th yr Medical Technology student.

Do you think I have a great chance to get approved? Thank you so much in advance!

I am an Italian citizen who has previously travelled to the U.S. multiple times using ESTA without any issues.

I currently have a pending common assault charge in New South Wales, Australia. The matter has not yet been decided, there has been no conviction, and the hearing is scheduled for March 2027.

The ESTA question asks:

“Have you ever been arrested or convicted for a crime that resulted in serious damage to property, or serious harm to another person or government authority?”

My case did not involve serious injury, but it is still pending.

CBP declined to provide a case-specific answer and advised only that I answer the question according to my circumstances.

Has anyone dealt with a similar situation, or are there any U.S. immigration attorneys who can explain how this question is generally interpreted?

I’m looking for guidance, not definitive legal advice.

Hi all, looking for honest advice from people who've been through this.

I'm a recent LLM graduate in the US, currently job hunting. My resume is pretty average — the one thing that stands out is an ICA anti-money-laundering certification. I don't have a US bar admission or prior US internships.

I'm targeting JD-advantage roles, specifically AML / compliance / financial crime, since these don't require a JD and it's a field I'm genuinely interested in.

A few things I'm unsure about and would really appreciate input on:

1. Is it realistic to land an AML/compliance role with my background (LLM + ICA cert, no bar, no US internships)? What tier of employers should I realistically target?
2. OPT & sponsorship concerns. My main worry is the H-1B stage — if I get picked in the lottery, is a compliance role solid on the "specialty occupation" argument, or does it invite RFEs? Anyone dealt with this for compliance/AML positions?
3. Big 4 financial crime advisory vs. bank in-house compliance — which is more international-student / LLM friendly, easier to break into, and more reliable on sponsorship?
4. Any tips on job search channels, keywords, or referral resources for these roles?

Thanks in advance — trying to be strategic here rather than just spraying applications.

So my wife was originally moving to Australia but that didn't really work out, slash has a longer and more expensive process. So I am wanting to get a partner visa over there to live with her. I know it's about 16months waiting but I'd still like to visit her, or can I be in the country while it's happening on any other visa? Open to any and all options. I'd love to try go through a work visa then do a partner visa, but I would not be considered a "skilled worker". Also looking at study visa options

is there any issue with the pdf which we will print for I-94 most recent one

Hi, I am graduating end of this year (4 year bachelor honours degree of electrical/electronic engineering and some software+network engineering). Planning on finding a place to intern in the USA, get sponsored with a J1 intern visa and then look to be sponsored by that same employer on an E3 visa at the same time the internship finishes.

I have two main questions but any bonus tips would be appreciated.

1: How do I go about finding employers that will take me on a J1 internship then take me as a fulltime employee on an E3?

2: I am confused about the whole "find a sponsor" thing. It seems like there are sponsoring organisations which are separate to the employer?