Q&A Forum

June 27, 2025

MVP “Immigration Q & A Forum” – 6/27/25

MVP Law Group, P.A. makes available the information and materials in this forum for informational purposes only. The information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice or any contractual obligations. Further, the use of this site, and the sending or receipt of this information, does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. Therefore, your communication with us through this forum will not be considered as privileged or confidential.

How can I obtain a green card? Are there options outside of family sponsorship or employment sponsorship?

Yes, there are roughly seven (7) different ways to obtain a Green Card to become a lawful permanent resident and then eventually apply for U.S. Citizenship. They include: Family Based/Marriage Based Sponsorship; Employment Based Sponsorship; Diversity Visa; Humanitarian Options – Asylee, Refugee, SIJS, T/U visas, VAWA; Investment Visa – EB5; Registry (resided continuously in the U.S. since before January 1, 1972); Other Categories: Liberian Refugee Immigration Fairness (LRIF), Cuban Adjustment Act; Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent; Lautenberg parolee; Indochinese Parole Adjustment Act of 2000; American Indian born in Canada.

June 23, 2025

MVP “Immigration Q & A Forum” – This Friday, June 27, 2025

by Kellie N. Lego

We wanted to find a new way to engage our reader base. Every other Friday, we will post the ten (10) best/most frequently asked questions received during the week from our h1bvisalawyerblog, Facebook, and Twitter readers. We will answer those questions and provide the Q&A on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

If you have a burning question, are seeking assistance with a difficult immigration related case, wish to discuss your views on Comprehensive Immigration Reform, DREAMers, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, priority dates, the monthly visa bulletin, adjustment applications, etc., please contact us by submitting your question/comment/viewpoint in our comment box provided on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

Our next “Q & A Forum” will take place this Friday, June 27, 2025. Act now and submit your questions!

June 13, 2025

MVP “Immigration Q & A Forum” – 6/13/25

by Kellie N. Lego

MVP Law Group, P.A. makes available the information and materials in this forum for informational purposes only. The information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice or any contractual obligations. Further, the use of this site, and the sending or receipt of this information, does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. Therefore, your communication with us through this forum will not be considered as privileged or confidential.

Can we still file a I-601A Hardship waiver?

Yes, you may still file Form I-601A, Application for Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver. Applications for immigration benefits are still being filed with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS). It is recommended you contact an Immigration Attorney to discuss all of the risks involved in filing Form I-601A, and the process that follows if the I-601A is approved by the USCIS.

June 9, 2025

MVP “Immigration Q & A Forum” – This Friday, June 13, 2025

by Kellie N. Lego

We wanted to find a new way to engage our reader base. Every other Friday, we will post the ten (10) best/most frequently asked questions received during the week from our h1bvisalawyerblog, Facebook, and Twitter readers. We will answer those questions and provide the Q&A on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

If you have a burning question, are seeking assistance with a difficult immigration related case, wish to discuss your views on Comprehensive Immigration Reform, DREAMers, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, priority dates, the monthly visa bulletin, adjustment applications, etc., please contact us by submitting your question/comment/viewpoint in our comment box provided on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

Our next “Q & A Forum” will take place this Friday, June 13, 2025. Act now and submit your questions!

May 30, 2025

MVP “Immigration Q & A Forum” – 5/30/25

by Kellie N. Lego

MVP Law Group, P.A. makes available the information and materials in this forum for informational purposes only. The information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice or any contractual obligations. Further, the use of this site, and the sending or receipt of this information, does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. Therefore, your communication with us through this forum will not be considered as privileged or confidential.

1. I need to extend my H4 status, and I also have two (2) children under the age of 21. Are they included in my application, or do I need to file separate H4 extensions for them with their own filing fees?

Only the primary applicant may file for an H4 extension using Form I-539. Any dependent children of the primary applicant would require their own separate Form I-539A. Only one (1) filing fee of $470.00 needs to accompany the I-539 and I-539A filings. If you need assistance, our law firm routinely assists with the preparation and filing of H4 dependent applications, give us a call at 240-390-0600.

May 27, 2025

MVP “Immigration Q & A Forum” – This Friday, May 30, 2025

by Kellie N. Lego

We wanted to find a new way to engage our reader base. Every other Friday, we will post the ten (10) best/most frequently asked questions received during the week from our h1bvisalawyerblog, Facebook, and Twitter readers. We will answer those questions and provide the Q&A on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

If you have a burning question, are seeking assistance with a difficult immigration related case, wish to discuss your views on Comprehensive Immigration Reform, DREAMers, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, priority dates, the monthly visa bulletin, adjustment applications, etc., please contact us by submitting your question/comment/viewpoint in our comment box provided on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

Our next “Q & A Forum” will take place this Friday, May 30, 2025. Act now and submit your questions!

May 16, 2025

MVP “Immigration Q & A Forum” – 5/16/25

by Kellie N. Lego

MVP Law Group, P.A. makes available the information and materials in this forum for informational purposes only. The information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice or any contractual obligations. Further, the use of this site, and the sending or receipt of this information, does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. Therefore, your communication with us through this forum will not be considered as privileged or confidential.

Are H4 and H4 EAD requests filed concurrently with H-1B extension petitions being processed and approved at the same time?

USCIS has indicated that it would stop the practice of adjudicating the H4 & H4 EAD petitions concurrently filed by dependents with the H-1B extension petition; however, in practice, we are still seeing cases approved together, or within a few days/weeks of each other.

May 12, 2025

MVP “Immigration Q & A Forum” – This Friday, May 16, 2025

by Kellie N. Lego

We wanted to find a new way to engage our reader base. Every other Friday, we will post the ten (10) best/most frequently asked questions received during the week from our h1bvisalawyerblog, Facebook, and Twitter readers. We will answer those questions and provide the Q&A on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

If you have a burning question, are seeking assistance with a difficult immigration related case, wish to discuss your views on Comprehensive Immigration Reform, DREAMers, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, priority dates, the monthly visa bulletin, adjustment applications, etc., please contact us by submitting your question/comment/viewpoint in our comment box provided on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

Our next “Q & A Forum” will take place this Friday, May 16, 2025. Act now and submit your questions!

May 2, 2025

MVP “Immigration Q & A Forum” – 5/2/25

by Kellie N. Lego

MVP Law Group, P.A. makes available the information and materials in this forum for informational purposes only. The information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice or any contractual obligations. Further, the use of this site, and the sending or receipt of this information, does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. Therefore, your communication with us through this forum will not be considered as privileged or confidential.

If I have a valid H-1B visa in my passport, provided my 10 print biometrics at my consular interview and haven’t moved to a new address since the filing of the H-1B visa as listed in my passport, am I registered or do I need to register? It would appear based on the information you have shared that you are in compliance with the Registry requirement and do not need to submit a G-325R form through the USCIS website. See https://www.uscis.gov/alienregistration for more information.
Should we self-deport? Everywhere we turn the messaging is for us to leave. Some of the notices we have received say that if we leave now, we will be able to come back later to resume our process. Is this true? What should we do? You should contact our office to schedule a consultation. It is highly recommended that you speak with a qualified Immigration Attorney for a full discussion of your rights, the rule of law, how due process works in the United States, and the real consequences involved if you were to self-deport. Please DO NOT self-deport without speaking with an Immigration Attorney.

April 28, 2025

MVP “Immigration Q & A Forum” – This Friday, May 2, 2025

by Kellie N. Lego

We wanted to find a new way to engage our reader base. Every other Friday, we will post the ten (10) best/most frequently asked questions received during the week from our h1bvisalawyerblog, Facebook, and Twitter readers. We will answer those questions and provide the Q&A on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

If you have a burning question, are seeking assistance with a difficult immigration related case, wish to discuss your views on Comprehensive Immigration Reform, DREAMers, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, priority dates, the monthly visa bulletin, adjustment applications, etc., please contact us by submitting your question/comment/viewpoint in our comment box provided on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

Our next “Q & A Forum” will take place this Friday, May 2, 2025. Act now and submit your questions!