Respondiendo tus Dudas: Preguntas Comunes sobre Inmigración

4 Jan 2024 · 9 min
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In this live Q&A, immigration attorney Lorena Rivas addresses a wide range of common immigration questions from her audience. She explains why FOIA records sometimes lack entry/exit data and suggests using fingerprints to locate missing information. She clarifies the current status of DACA, noting that new applications are paused while renewals are still possible. She discusses the lengthy 21‑year wait for sibling (brother‑to‑brother) petitions for Mexican nationals and advises callers to verify case closure versus approval. For VAWA cases, she outlines the timeline from filing to receipt, fingerprint appointment (typically 2‑4 months after receipt), and work permit/parole issuance (6‑8 months after filing). She emphasizes that VAWA petitions do not require tax returns or an affidavit of support, and she warns about potential inconsistencies when adding children’s applications after a VAWA claim. Regarding Visa U, she notes that work permits for 2018 filings are now being issued and explains that minors 16 years or older can renew their own work permits. She answers questions about adjusting status through marriage to a resident, including checking for J‑1 two‑year home‑residence requirements. Throughout, she provides her office phone numbers (918‑505‑4870 and 844‑371‑5892), mentions her Tulsa, Oklahoma location serving clients nationwide, and promotes her team of trained assistants and fellow attorneys. She also encourages viewers to follow her on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook for updates.

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