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Barra permanente para dos o más entradas ilegales – INA 212(a)(9)(C)(i)
fickeymartinez • Jun 15, 2019
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El problema con EWI múltiple o Entrada sin inspección es la barra permanente automática para (1) ciudadanía estadounidense, (2) cualquier visa estadounidense y (3) recibir residencia permanente legal o una tarjeta verde. No hay renuncia inmediata. Esta publicación posará preguntas comunes y ejemplos útiles.
¿Cómo se aplica la barra permanente?
Si alguien (1) ingresó ilegalmente o excedió la visa por más de un año, lo que significa que acumuló “presencia ilegal”. Ahora, el período de un año se puede acumular de una vez o en conjunto. Si la persona que estuvo aquí ilegalmente durante más de un año, salió de los EE. UU. Y (2) volvió a ingresar o intentó volver a ingresar a los Estados Unidos, entonces la persona no tiene derecho permanente a presentar un I-485, DS-260 , o cualquier otra Solicitud de Tarjeta Verde vigente debido a la Barra Permanente.
Ejemplo. Juan se cuela (EWI) en los EE. UU. El 1 de enero de 2012. Juan deja los EE. UU. Y visita México el 1 de enero de 2013. El 7 de enero de 2013, Juan regresa a los EE. UU. Ilegalmente. Juan está sujeto a la barra permanente.
¿ los menores de edad Están sujetos a la barra permanente?
Sí, los menores no tienen exceptura. En general, la “presencia ilegal” no es acumulada por menores de edad en una entrada o más de una visa. Sin embargo, la presencia ilegal se cuenta hacia la barra permanente. Para repetir, esta “Exención menor” es una opción viable para la Barra de 3 años y la Barra de 10 años, pero no está disponible para la Barra permanente.
Ejemplo. Los padres de María la llevaron a los Estados Unidos el 1 de enero de 2000. María tenía 10 años. El 1 de enero de 2005, María visita a sus abuelos en México y regresa a los Estados Unidos el 1 de febrero de 2005. María está sujeta a la barra permanente.
¿La libertad condicional avanzada cura la barra permanente?
No, la libertad condicional avanzada (AP) no cura la barra permanente. AP puede superar un EWI o Entrada sin inspección porque AP proporciona un I-94 (también conocido como registro de entrada legal), que es un requisito de elegibilidad para el Ajuste de estado (AOS). Sin embargo, la barra permanente requiere una exención, que se analiza a continuación.
¿Qué sucede si mi presencia ilegal ocurrió antes del 1 de abril de 1997?
Las leyes de inmigración cambian constantemente. El 1 de abril de 1997, entró en vigencia la “Ley de reforma de inmigración ilegal y responsabilidad de inmigrantes de 1996” o IRRIRA. IRRIRA hizo de la presencia ilegal una causa de inadmisibilidad para (1) ciudadanía estadounidense, (2) cualquier visa estadounidense y (3) recibir residencia permanente legal o una tarjeta verde.
Ejemplo. Chris ingresó a los Estados Unidos en 1990 con una visa de turista B-2. Chris estaba visitando a su padre. Chris tenía 5 años. Chris superó su visa y salió de los EE. UU. En 1996. Chris recibió otra visa de turista B-2 el 1 de enero de 2010 y entró a los EE. UU. Chris no está sujeto a la barra permanente porque la presencia ilegal ocurrió antes del 1 de abril de 1997. Chris puede ajustar Estado o proceso consular de su Green Card.
¿Cuándo se aplican las barras de 3 y 10 años?
La presencia ilegal también puede causar la barra de 3 años o 10 años. La barra de 3 años se aplica a alguien que tiene 6 meses de presencia ilegal en los EE. UU. La barra de 10 años se aplica a alguien que tiene 1 año o más de presencia ilegal en los EE. UU. Sin embargo, estas barras son diferentes de la Barra Permanente. La barra permanente requiere una segunda entrada o un intento de segunda entrada.
Ejemplo. Samantha EWI ingresó a los EE. UU. Y permaneció durante 2 años. Samantha conoció a un ciudadano estadounidense y se casó. Samantha recibió una I-130 aprobada, luego regresó a México para su entrevista consular DS-260. Una vez que Samantha abandona los EE. UU., Está sujeta a la prohibición de 10 años.
¿Hay una renuncia a la barra permanente?
Aunque la barra permanente dice “permanente”, hay una exención disponible. Una exención es como pedir perdón o perdón. En el caso de la barra permanente, debe esperar 10 años fuera de los EE. UU. Antes de ser elegible para solicitar una exención. Sin embargo, como con cualquier formulario de inmigración, no hay garantía de que se apruebe la exención o una tarjeta verde. Debe consultar a un abogado de inmigración antes de salir del país o solicitar exenciones.
¿Qué sucede si me eliminaron y volví a ingresar a los EE. UU.?
La eliminación quedaría registrada en los EE. UU. Y su segunda entrada ilegal en los EE. UU. Sometería a la persona a la Barra Permanente. Además, la disponibilidad para una exención de la barra permanente puede ser de 20 años en comparación con los 10 años mencionados anteriormente.
¿Podría calificar para la libertad condicional militar en el lugar para renunciar a mi entrada ilegal?
La libertad condicional militar en el lugar (PIP) es una presentación militar especial para el cónyuge, hijo o padre de un miembro del servicio, ya sea en servicio activo, de reserva o veterano. La libertad condicional en el lugar puede renunciar a una entrada ilegal, pero no puede renunciar a una barra permanente bajo 212 (a) (9) (C). En tales situaciones, se puede requerir la Acción Diferida Militar.
Ejemplo. El cónyuge del miembro del servicio ingresó a los Estados Unidos dos veces. La primera entrada fue a pie por el desierto en 1990 cuando el cónyuge tenía 5 años. El cónyuge se quedó en los Estados Unidos durante 1 año y regresó a México para pasar el verano con los abuelos. En 1991, el cónyuge volvió a ingresar ilegalmente a los EE. UU. A través del desierto a la edad de 6 años. El cónyuge calificaría para la libertad condicional militar en el lugar ya que todas las entradas ocurrieron antes del 1 de abril de 1997.
Aquí hay un enlace conveniente a nuestra página de libertad condicional militar: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/practice-areas/military-parole-in-place/
La Sección 212 (a)(9)(C)(i) dice [traducido al español] :
(C) Extranjeros presentes ilegalmente después de violaciones de inmigración anteriores.
(i) En general.-Cualquier extranjero que-
(I) ha estado ilegalmente presente en los Estados Unidos por un período agregado de más de 1 año, o
(II) se ha ordenado que se elimine según la sección 235 (b) (1), la sección 240 o cualquier otra disposición de la ley, y quien ingrese o intente volver a ingresar a los Estados Unidos sin ser admitido es inadmisible.
(ii) Excepción.-La cláusula (i) no se aplicará a un extranjero que solicite admisión más de 10 años después de la fecha de la última salida del extranjero de los Estados Unidos si, antes del reembarco del extranjero en un lugar fuera de los Estados Unidos o intento para ser readmitido desde un territorio contiguo extranjero, el Secretario de Seguridad Nacional ha consentido que el extranjero vuelva a solicitar la admisión.
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Now, it is important to note, other visa types/immigration statuses are NOT Restricted by the J1 Visa, such as: F1 Student Visa R1 Religious Worker Visa B1/B2 Tourist Visa Some Guidance on the R1 Option for J1 Teachers can be seen here: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/r1-visa-for-school-teachers-at-religious-private-schools-an-alternative-to-the-h-1b-visa FINAL POINT ON THIS TOPIC, as many forget, if the F1/R1/B1/B1 visa holder aims to EVER APPLY FOR AND RECEIVE a Green Card or Fiance Visa or H/L Employment Visa, the J1 Restrict MUST EITHER BE: Satisfied by returning to the home country for 2 years Waived by the DOS Part 4: Waiver Breakdown Overview The NOS Waiver process is broken into 2 packets and 3 phases. PHASE 1: Initiating Packet 1: The DOS DS-3035 Waiver Recommendation Application is an electronic filing that auto-generates the forms, statement of reason, and list of required documents. A Third-Party Barcode Page is created along with a case number. The Barcode Page is required for Packet 2 and the case number allows for status updates in the DOS System. The filing DOES NOT APPEAR in the DOS System until the file is received at DOS with payment. Once a DS-3035 Packet is created, it cannot be edited afterwards. Any new corrections usually lead to a new case/case number being generated. Packet 2: The Colombian NOS Application is filed with the Colombian Embassy. The Colombian Instructions/process can be located here: https://www.colombiaemb.org/post/how-to-obtain-a-no-objection-letter-at-the-embassy-of-colombia-in-usa It is important to note, the Colombian Government updates the NOS Policies, Procedures, Payments, and NOS Application every year around September 1st. Phase 2: Processing Packet 2 might be called packet 2 in the explanation, but it is the first that MUST BE PROCESSED. Colombia must not object, create the No Objection Statement, and send that statement to the DOS to merge into Packet 1. Once Packet 1 receives the Colombian No Objection Statement, that is when they begin processing the DS-3035. The DOS will either request documentation, deny, or issue a favorable recommendation. Phase 3: Finalizing/Recording in the Government System If DOS issues a Favorable Recommendation, the file (merge of packet 1 and packet 2) is then submitted to USCIS, USCIS issues an I-612 Receipt Notice, and then USCIS issues an I-612 Approval Notice. An I-612 Approval Notice is the full completion of the J1 Waiver Process. Part 5: Documents Our office provides the following recommendation of Documents: Birth Certificates for the J1, any children, and spouse [Note: If Colombian , Birth Certificate MUST be Front and Back, from the Civil Registry. More Guidance found here: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/immigration/consular-processing/us-immigration-requirements- colombia -birth-marriage-divorce-and-police-certificates/ ] Translation of Foreign Birth/Marriage/Divorce Certificates, if not in English (recommend Military One Source or Montesino Translation ) Your Marriage Certificate, if married Your Divorce Certificate, if divorced Prior Spouse’s Death Certificate, if prior spouse died during marriage Any Foreign Passport Any US Visas Any US Passport Any US Driver’s License I-94 Lawful Entry Record ( Found on CBP Website ) ALL DS-2019 ever issued (for J1/J2) Any Cedula Cards Part 6: Processing Times and When to Start The Colombian Embassy Processes the NOS Application within 1-4 months. (aka packet 2) The DOS Processes the DS-3035 AFTER receiving the No Objection Statement within 2-5 months. (aka packet 1) USCIS processes and records the I-612 Waiver filing within 1-2 months. If you require the waiver for an H-1B Filing or Adjustment of Status filing next year, you may want to start early. For instance, if a J1 public school teacher begins the waiver process in August, receives the NOS in October, is Favorably Recommended by the DOS in February the following year, and is I-612 approved in March or April. If you are interested in learning more about our law firm J1 Services, we welcome you to visit our website. Disclaimer: This Blog is made available by the lawyer or law firm publisher for educational purposes only as well as to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice. By using this blog site you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and the Blog/Web Site publisher. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state.
What happens when a J1 Professional Loses a prior DS-2019? This topic is a common occurrence as J1 Professionals, such as teacher, doctors, and scholars, begin to prepare for the J1 Waiver Process (i.e. No Objection/NOS, Exceptional Hardship, IGA, CONRAD 30, or Persecution). As a RULE OF THUMB, every DS-2019 MUST BE PROVIDED in any J1 Waiver Process. Now, things do get lost over time and not everyone scans, takes a photo of, or copies a DS-2019. The DOS Waiver Review Division is aided by the Prior J1 Visa and CBP Stamps. The DOS WRD Officer normally provide the following guidance on this topic: You must contact Responsible Officer/Agency that Sponsored the J1 Visa and issued the original DS-2019, to request them to issue a letter (aka Certificate of Participation) including: Sevis Number (present on J1 Visa) Name of Program Sponsor (present on J1 Visa) Program Number (present on J1 Visa) Purpose of Attending Program (present on J1 Visa) Dates From/To Complete of Program Final Information (must) Subject Code Name of Responsible Officer Title of Responsible Officer Address and Phone Number of Responsible Officer The Responsible Officer/Agency are generally able to assist in providing the "Certificate of Participation/DS-2019 Alternative Letter" and such letters can normally be provided within 2-3 business days. Apart from the DOS WRD Officer's normal guidance, our office normally recommends: The letter be on company letterhead The letter be dated and signed with wet-ink (not a digital signature) The letter clearly state that a duplicate DS-2019 cannot be provided to the J1 as the only copy was previously provided to the J1, but for the DOS RWD Officer to request the alternative document, containing the above recommended information If you have questions or need assistance with the J1 Waiver Process, please schedule a consultation with our immigration attorney. Visit our J1 Waiver Page for more information: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/practice-areas/j1-visa-waiver Disclaimer: This Blog is made available by the lawyer or law firm publisher for educational purposes only as well as to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice. By using this blog site you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and the Blog/Web Site publisher. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state.
The National Visa Center (NVC) begins their case processing when the I-130 Petition is approved. The NVC is an extremely efficient agency, extremely efficient. The NVC Goal is to quickly prepare, review, and accept information and documents necessary for the future Immigrant Visa Interview. The "Notice of Visa Case Creation" usually occurs within 24-48 hours, as most I-130 Petitions were Electronically submitted or were an electronically managed filing at USCIS with an "IOE" Case Number. The NVC normally emails their "welcome letter" in the form of the Notice of Visa Case Creation email; however, the NVC can also mail a welcome letter, which is more common for Family Preference filings versus Immediate Relative filings. NVC Focuses: Accept Visa Payments Provide and Review the DS-260 Visa Application Review, Conform to Consular Standards, and Accept the Sponsor's Financial Documents and I-864 Affidavit of Support Review, Conform to Consular Standards, and Accept the Immigrant's Civil Documents, paying close attention to: Police Certificate Marriage, Divorce, and Birth Certificates Bona Fide Marriage or Family Relationship proof (aka Continued Relationship Evidence) Passport Style Photo Prior Military Service Evidence Court and Prison Records, if anything exists NVC Timelines are posted online: The NVC timelines can be located here: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/nvc-timeframes.html What Happens AFTER the NVC Processing: The NVC Documentarily Qualified Notice and the Immigrant Visa process are explained separately (in great detail) in the following blog posts: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/immigration/consular-processing/nvcs-documentarily-qualified-status-notice-what-happens-next https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/immigration/consular-processing/immigrant-visa-interview-scheduled-what-to-focus-on-now-and-in-what-order Disclaimer: This Blog is made available by the lawyer or law firm publisher for educational purposes only as well as to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice. By using this blog site you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and the Blog/Web Site publisher. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state.
My DS-2019 is blank! How Do I know If I am Subject to the J1 212e 2-Year Home Residency Requirement?
Many J1 Professionals rely on the DS-2019 for determining whether they are subject to the 2-year home residency requirement. However, the DS-2019 can be incorrect or INCOMPLETE. This post will specifically target the common Blank DS-2019 questions/issues. Many look at their MOST RECENT DS-2019 (applicable for the professionals that have received 2-5 DS-2019s, and almost 99% of the time, the "Preliminary Endorsement of Consular or Immigration officer regarding section 212(e)" section is blank . This section, near the bottom left side, has two options: Not subject to the two-year residence requirement Subject to two-year residence requirement For many, when they see that it is blank, they assume that they ARE NOT SUBJECT. However, that would be a mistake. The best indicators are: The FIRST DS-2019, as that is almost always completed and provided to the J1 for Visa Processing overseas The J1 Visa annotates whether subject or not Common DS-2019 ERROR Scenarios The J1 lost/misplaced the prior DS-2019, but would rely on the DS-2019 Extension because it covers the same time period. This is a bad assumption as many subsequent DS-2019s would update the "start date" and the "end date." The "Start Date" is usually updated to the date of Entry into the US versus the first possible date you could have entered for purposes of acquiring the J1 Visa sooner. The J2 DS-2019s NEVER stated subject. So, the J1 must also match them right? No, never assume the dependents status, annotations, or DS-2019 reflect correct information for the J1. The J2 DS-2019s NEVER stated subject, but the J1 is/was subject. This is a common error. If the J1 Professional is/was subject, the J2 100% MUST also be subject. The DS-2019 and J1 Visa state "NOT SUBJECT," but you know another J1 from the same country, same profession, same J1 Sponsoring Agency, and same Subject/Field Code. Errors happen, and "assuming you slipped through the cracks" can be costly. So, how can I be certain in determining whether I am Subject or Not Subject? An Advisory Opinion from the DOS Waiver Review Division is 100% reliable. If that division states you are Subject, then you are Subject. If they state that you are NOT Subject, then you are now and will always be NOT Subject. The Advisory Opinion is a FREE process, it does not "constitute a waiver" (as some J1 Visa Holders are afraid to violate the terms of their employment contract), and it processes in about 1-2 months. How can an Immigration Attorney Help? An Attorney can assist with the Advisory Opinion as that is a service our office provides and an estimate can be found on our J1 Waiver Page ; however, an Attorney can also explain: Timelines Document Requirements Feasibility of a future plan End Goal of either an employment visa or immigration with a Green Card Related Blog Posts: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/immigration/when-should-a-j1-j2-perform-a-dos-advisory-opinion https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/immigration/can-i-apply-for-a-j1-waiver-simultaneously-with-my-green-card-filing Disclaimer: This Blog is made available by the lawyer or law firm publisher for educational purposes only as well as to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice. By using this blog site you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and the Blog/Web Site publisher. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state.
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California brings in many J1 Participants each year under many different types of Cultural Exchange Programs. This post will take a snapshot of 1 fiscal year, 2022-2023. This information may be helpful for J1 Professionals considering placement locations.
Esta publicación cubrirá una de las preguntas más comunes que tiene un J1: ¿la exención J1 permitiría el empleo? En resumen, la respuesta depende de que se exima la visa J1. Un J1 aún puede trabajar durante su Período Autorizado DS-2019, con el mismo empleador y el mismo puesto. Si el Patrocinador NO cancela el Estatus J1 en el Sistema Gubernamental, el empleo aún está autorizado. Por lo tanto, la Exención no detendría el empleo, pero en sí misma no lo permite. Esta es una distinción importante, porque otros podrían ver J1 funcionando y podrían percibir erróneamente la exención que lo autoriza. Si el DS-2019 está por vencer o ya venció, el J1 Waiver NO otorga: autorización de empleo renovación de licencia de conducir viajes internacionales En otras palabras, la Exención J1 NO ES UN ESTADO para permanecer en EE.UU., eso es lo que hace la Visa J1. La Exención, en esencia, es simplemente un proceso para ROMPER un acuerdo previo para regresar al extranjero (país de origen) por un mínimo de dos años. Una vez aprobada la exención, el J1 puede buscar un estatus migratorio diferente, como por ejemplo: Inmigrar a los EE.UU. (adquirir Residencia Permanente Legal o Tarjeta Verde) ya sea a través del proceso de Ajuste de Estatus I-485 o el Proceso Consular DS-260 Visa de prometido K-1 Visa de Empleo H Visa de Empleo L Si trabajan más allá de la Visa J1 y sin autorización de empleo, la mayoría no son elegibles para Visas de Empleo, y las solicitudes de inmigración para la Tarjeta Verde pueden ser prohibidas o consideradas inadmisibles por Fraude I-9. Puede ver más información sobre la exención J1 en nuestro sitio web . Si necesita asistencia de exención J1, no dude en contactarnos. Contacte nuestra oficina para una consulta. Descargo de responsabilidad: El abogado o el editor del bufete de abogados pone a disposición este blog únicamente con fines educativos, así como para brindarle información general y una comprensión general de la ley, no para brindar asesoramiento legal específico. Al utilizar este sitio de blog, usted comprende que no existe una relación de abogado-cliente entre usted y el editor del blog/sitio web. El Blog no debe utilizarse como sustituto del asesoramiento legal competente de un abogado profesional autorizado en su estado.
This post will target how many J1 Teachers are in the US, that come from Mexico. This statistic helps put some things into perspective of how many J1 Teachers are currently in the US, as well as how many J1 Professionals come to the US. Since the J1 Teacher Program can be extended to 5 years, this post will do a 5-year lookback.
California brings in many J1 Participants each year under many different types of Cultural Exchange Programs. This post will take a snapshot of 1 fiscal year, 2022-2023. This information may be helpful for J1 Professionals considering placement locations.
Esta publicación cubrirá una de las preguntas más comunes que tiene un J1: ¿la exención J1 permitiría el empleo? En resumen, la respuesta depende de que se exima la visa J1. Un J1 aún puede trabajar durante su Período Autorizado DS-2019, con el mismo empleador y el mismo puesto. Si el Patrocinador NO cancela el Estatus J1 en el Sistema Gubernamental, el empleo aún está autorizado. Por lo tanto, la Exención no detendría el empleo, pero en sí misma no lo permite. Esta es una distinción importante, porque otros podrían ver J1 funcionando y podrían percibir erróneamente la exención que lo autoriza. Si el DS-2019 está por vencer o ya venció, el J1 Waiver NO otorga: autorización de empleo renovación de licencia de conducir viajes internacionales En otras palabras, la Exención J1 NO ES UN ESTADO para permanecer en EE.UU., eso es lo que hace la Visa J1. La Exención, en esencia, es simplemente un proceso para ROMPER un acuerdo previo para regresar al extranjero (país de origen) por un mínimo de dos años. Una vez aprobada la exención, el J1 puede buscar un estatus migratorio diferente, como por ejemplo: Inmigrar a los EE.UU. (adquirir Residencia Permanente Legal o Tarjeta Verde) ya sea a través del proceso de Ajuste de Estatus I-485 o el Proceso Consular DS-260 Visa de prometido K-1 Visa de Empleo H Visa de Empleo L Si trabajan más allá de la Visa J1 y sin autorización de empleo, la mayoría no son elegibles para Visas de Empleo, y las solicitudes de inmigración para la Tarjeta Verde pueden ser prohibidas o consideradas inadmisibles por Fraude I-9. Puede ver más información sobre la exención J1 en nuestro sitio web . Si necesita asistencia de exención J1, no dude en contactarnos. Contacte nuestra oficina para una consulta. Descargo de responsabilidad: El abogado o el editor del bufete de abogados pone a disposición este blog únicamente con fines educativos, así como para brindarle información general y una comprensión general de la ley, no para brindar asesoramiento legal específico. Al utilizar este sitio de blog, usted comprende que no existe una relación de abogado-cliente entre usted y el editor del blog/sitio web. El Blog no debe utilizarse como sustituto del asesoramiento legal competente de un abogado profesional autorizado en su estado.
This post will target how many J1 Teachers are in the US, that come from Mexico. This statistic helps put some things into perspective of how many J1 Teachers are currently in the US, as well as how many J1 Professionals come to the US. Since the J1 Teacher Program can be extended to 5 years, this post will do a 5-year lookback.
This post will target how many J1 Teachers are in the US, that come from Colombia. Since the J1 Teacher Program can be extended to 5 years, this post will do a 5-year lookback.
This post will cover one of the most common questions a J1 has, would the J1 Waiver permit employment? In short, the answer depends on the J1 Visa being Waived. A J1 can still work during their DS-2019 Authorized Period, with the same employer, and the same position. If the Sponsor DOES NOT terminate the J1 Status in the Government System, employment is still authorized. So, the Waiver would not stop employment, but it does not in of itself permit the employment. This is an important distinction, because others might see J1 Working, and they might misperceive the waiver authorizing it. If the DS-2019 is expiring or has already expired, the J1 Waiver DOES NOT grant: employment authorization driver's license renewal international travel In other words, the J1 Waiver is NOT A STATUS to remain in the US, that is what the J1 Visa does. The Waiver, at its core, is merely a process to BREAK a previous agreement to return abroad (home country) for a minimum of two years. Once the Waiver is approved, the J1 is able to seek a different immigration status, such as: Immigrate to the US (acquire Lawful Permanent Residence or Green Card) either through the I-485 Adjustment of Status process or the DS-260 Consular Process K-1 Fiance Visa H Employment Visa L Employment Visa If working beyond the J1 Visa and without employment authorization, most are ineligible for Employment Visas, and Green Card immigration filings may be barred or deemed inadmissible for I-9 Fraud. More information about the J1 Waiver can be seen on our website . If you are in need of J1 Waiver Assistance, please feel free to contact our office for a Consultation . Related Blog Posts: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/colombian-j1-no-objection-statement-nos-waiver-explained https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/my-ds-2019-is-blank-how-do-i-know-if-i-am-subject-to-the-j1-212e-2-year-home-residency-requirement https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/j1-waiver-statistics-and-approval-rating Disclaimer: This Blog is made available by the lawyer or law firm publisher for educational purposes only as well as to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice. By using this blog site you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and the Blog/Web Site publisher. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state.
¡Cómo la bancarrota afecta la inmigración y la naturalización! La quiebra puede ser un proceso muy confuso, muy parecido a la inmigración. Las preguntas más comunes son: ¿Tengo que ser ciudadano estadounidense para declararme en quiebra? ¿La bancarrota afectará mi estatus migratorio? ¿Puede un inmigrante indocumentado declararse en quiebra? ¿Puede la quiebra afectar mi solicitud de ciudadanía? En general, una declaración de quiebra no afectaría una declaración de inmigración. La bancarrota está disponible para ciudadanos estadounidenses y no estadounidenses (como residentes permanentes legales, titulares de DACA, titulares de TPS e incluso inmigrantes indocumentados). Para declararse en quiebra, debe decir toda la verdad. La información proporcionada en la presentación debe ser precisa y su número de Seguro Social o ITIN debe ser exacto y suyo. Por lo tanto, cualquier persona que tenga una tarjeta de seguro social legal emitida por el gobierno o un ITIN puede declararse en quiebra. ¿Cuándo puede la quiebra afectar una presentación de inmigración, como el ajuste de estatus o la naturalización? El hecho de declararse en quiebra no afectaría una presentación de inmigración; sin embargo, el fraude, el perjurio y la tergiversación pueden descalificar a un inmigrante para un beneficio de inmigración por motivos de tergiversación o de mal carácter moral. Aquí hay algunos escenarios posibles donde las acciones de quiebra incorrectas pueden dañar una presentación de inmigración: Un declarante de bancarrota inmediatamente solicita una tarjeta de crédito con la completa intención de presentar el Capítulo 7 de Bancarrota para saldar la nueva deuda. En este escenario se puede denegar la quiebra y se puede considerar que el declarante tiene un carácter moral deficiente, lo que puede denegar una solicitud de naturalización o impedir una tarjeta verde en una presentación de ajuste de estatus. Un declarante de quiebra utilizó una tarjeta/número de Seguro Social falso, robado o adquirido de manera fraudulenta. Este acto sería una forma de perjurio, que puede negar una solicitud de naturalización o impedir una Tarjeta Verde en una solicitud de Ajuste de Estatus. [Nota: el hecho de que una Tarjeta de Seguro Social sea real no significa que haya sido adquirida legalmente. El uso de documentos falsos o una presentación de inmigración fraudulenta puede ser tan malo como que la tarjeta de Seguro Social sea falsa o robada. Un declarante de quiebra es indocumentado y utiliza múltiples números sociales, ITIN y otros números del IRS para falsificar presentaciones 1099 y tergiversar los ingresos sujetos a impuestos en una declaración de impuestos. Este perjurio con respecto a los ingresos invalidaría cualquier declaración de quiebra y puede negar una presentación de naturalización o impedir una tarjeta verde en una presentación de ajuste de estatus. Si tengo una inquietud, ¿con quién debo hablar: un abogado de inmigración o un abogado de quiebras? En caso de duda, lo mejor sería hablar con ambos tipos de abogados. Alternativamente, Nuestra oficina maneja tanto Inmigración como Bancarrota . Por lo tanto, seríamos una "ventanilla única" y determinaríamos sus derechos y evaluaríamos sus riesgos. Descargo de responsabilidad: El abogado o el editor del bufete de abogados pone a disposición este blog únicamente con fines educativos, así como para brindarle información general y una comprensión general de la ley, no para brindar asesoramiento legal específico. Al utilizar este sitio de blog, usted comprende que no existe una relación de abogado-cliente entre usted y el editor del blog/sitio web. El Blog no debe utilizarse como sustituto del asesoramiento legal competente de un abogado profesional autorizado en su estado.
The Colombian J1 No Objection Statement (NOS) Waiver Process is unique. Every Country has a different process, timeline, eligibility, and required documentation. This post will specifically cover Colombia's process. For starters, there are unrestricted and restricted J1 Professionals. The Restricted Professionals are generally: J1 Teacher J1 Professor J1 Instructor J1 Specialist J1 Researcher J1 Physician J1 Intern J1 Trainee J1 Summer Camp Counselor J1 University Student (Undergraduate, Graduate, and Professional / Doctoral) It is these professionals that this waiver explanation will assist the most. This explanation will be broken into parts. Part 1: Why listen to this Post or this Immigration Attorney? Personally, the Attorney married a J1 Teacher and filed for a No Objection Statement Waiver. So, on a personal level, the Attorney has been in the same shoes as many spouses trying to spend their life with a J1 Professional that was originally required to return home/abroad for 2 years (the 2-year home residency requirement). Professionally, the law firm assists J1 Professionals on a weekly basis, and has nearly a decade of experience SPECIFICALLY with Colombian No Objection Statement Waivers. The Attorney and Team biographies can be seen here: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/team Part 2: How can I Clearly Determine whether I am Restricted by the J1 Visa? (aka 212e Specials Skills List or Subject to the 2 year Home Residency Requirement) With any waiver discussion, determining the need for the waiver is important. Generally, if you are a J1 Professional from Colombia mentioned above, you are LIKELY SUBJECT. If the J1 Visa and DS-2019 state you are subject, then you are subject. A much deeper dive into this subject can be seen in the following posts: The DOS Waiver Review Division Advisory Opinion: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/immigration/when-should-a-j1-j2-perform-a-dos-advisory-opinion When the DS-2019 is blank (Common Issue): https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/my-ds-2019-is-blank-how-do-i-know-if-i-am-subject-to-the-j1-212e-2-year-home-residency-requirement An Advisory Opinion is a service our law firm assists with. A consultation with an immigration attorney may also be beneficial. Part 3: Why and When do you need the J1 Waiver? The Purpose of the J1 Waiver is to allow the professional to: acquire permission to NOT return home for 2 years be able to seek a different immigration status: Immigrate to the US (acquire Lawful Permanent Residence or Green Card) either through the I-485 Adjustment of Status process or the DS-260 Consular Process K-1 Fiance Visa H Employment Visa L Employment Visa The Waiver is REQUIRED BEFORE you are able to apply for the above-mentioned immigration statuses. Emphasis on BEFORE, meaning the waiver must be approved by the DOS and USCIS, before DOS and USCIS would allow for a change in immigration status. Now, it is important to note, other visa types/immigration statuses are NOT Restricted by the J1 Visa, such as: F1 Student Visa R1 Religious Worker Visa B1/B2 Tourist Visa Some Guidance on the R1 Option for J1 Teachers can be seen here: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/r1-visa-for-school-teachers-at-religious-private-schools-an-alternative-to-the-h-1b-visa FINAL POINT ON THIS TOPIC, as many forget, if the F1/R1/B1/B1 visa holder aims to EVER APPLY FOR AND RECEIVE a Green Card or Fiance Visa or H/L Employment Visa, the J1 Restrict MUST EITHER BE: Satisfied by returning to the home country for 2 years Waived by the DOS Part 4: Waiver Breakdown Overview The NOS Waiver process is broken into 2 packets and 3 phases. PHASE 1: Initiating Packet 1: The DOS DS-3035 Waiver Recommendation Application is an electronic filing that auto-generates the forms, statement of reason, and list of required documents. A Third-Party Barcode Page is created along with a case number. The Barcode Page is required for Packet 2 and the case number allows for status updates in the DOS System. The filing DOES NOT APPEAR in the DOS System until the file is received at DOS with payment. Once a DS-3035 Packet is created, it cannot be edited afterwards. Any new corrections usually lead to a new case/case number being generated. Packet 2: The Colombian NOS Application is filed with the Colombian Embassy. The Colombian Instructions/process can be located here: https://www.colombiaemb.org/post/how-to-obtain-a-no-objection-letter-at-the-embassy-of-colombia-in-usa It is important to note, the Colombian Government updates the NOS Policies, Procedures, Payments, and NOS Application every year around September 1st. Phase 2: Processing Packet 2 might be called packet 2 in the explanation, but it is the first that MUST BE PROCESSED. Colombia must not object, create the No Objection Statement, and send that statement to the DOS to merge into Packet 1. Once Packet 1 receives the Colombian No Objection Statement, that is when they begin processing the DS-3035. The DOS will either request documentation, deny, or issue a favorable recommendation. Phase 3: Finalizing/Recording in the Government System If DOS issues a Favorable Recommendation, the file (merge of packet 1 and packet 2) is then submitted to USCIS, USCIS issues an I-612 Receipt Notice, and then USCIS issues an I-612 Approval Notice. An I-612 Approval Notice is the full completion of the J1 Waiver Process. Part 5: Documents Our office provides the following recommendation of Documents: Birth Certificates for the J1, any children, and spouse [Note: If Colombian , Birth Certificate MUST be Front and Back, from the Civil Registry. More Guidance found here: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/immigration/consular-processing/us-immigration-requirements- colombia -birth-marriage-divorce-and-police-certificates/ ] Translation of Foreign Birth/Marriage/Divorce Certificates, if not in English (recommend Military One Source or Montesino Translation ) Your Marriage Certificate, if married Your Divorce Certificate, if divorced Prior Spouse’s Death Certificate, if prior spouse died during marriage Any Foreign Passport Any US Visas Any US Passport Any US Driver’s License I-94 Lawful Entry Record ( Found on CBP Website ) ALL DS-2019 ever issued (for J1/J2) Any Cedula Cards Part 6: Processing Times and When to Start The Colombian Embassy Processes the NOS Application within 1-4 months. (aka packet 2) The DOS Processes the DS-3035 AFTER receiving the No Objection Statement within 2-5 months. (aka packet 1) USCIS processes and records the I-612 Waiver filing within 1-2 months. If you require the waiver for an H-1B Filing or Adjustment of Status filing next year, you may want to start early. For instance, if a J1 public school teacher begins the waiver process in August, receives the NOS in October, is Favorably Recommended by the DOS in February the following year, and is I-612 approved in March or April. If you are interested in learning more about our law firm J1 Services, we welcome you to visit our website. Disclaimer: This Blog is made available by the lawyer or law firm publisher for educational purposes only as well as to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice. By using this blog site you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and the Blog/Web Site publisher. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state.
What happens when a J1 Professional Loses a prior DS-2019? This topic is a common occurrence as J1 Professionals, such as teacher, doctors, and scholars, begin to prepare for the J1 Waiver Process (i.e. No Objection/NOS, Exceptional Hardship, IGA, CONRAD 30, or Persecution). As a RULE OF THUMB, every DS-2019 MUST BE PROVIDED in any J1 Waiver Process. Now, things do get lost over time and not everyone scans, takes a photo of, or copies a DS-2019. The DOS Waiver Review Division is aided by the Prior J1 Visa and CBP Stamps. The DOS WRD Officer normally provide the following guidance on this topic: You must contact Responsible Officer/Agency that Sponsored the J1 Visa and issued the original DS-2019, to request them to issue a letter (aka Certificate of Participation) including: Sevis Number (present on J1 Visa) Name of Program Sponsor (present on J1 Visa) Program Number (present on J1 Visa) Purpose of Attending Program (present on J1 Visa) Dates From/To Complete of Program Final Information (must) Subject Code Name of Responsible Officer Title of Responsible Officer Address and Phone Number of Responsible Officer The Responsible Officer/Agency are generally able to assist in providing the "Certificate of Participation/DS-2019 Alternative Letter" and such letters can normally be provided within 2-3 business days. Apart from the DOS WRD Officer's normal guidance, our office normally recommends: The letter be on company letterhead The letter be dated and signed with wet-ink (not a digital signature) The letter clearly state that a duplicate DS-2019 cannot be provided to the J1 as the only copy was previously provided to the J1, but for the DOS RWD Officer to request the alternative document, containing the above recommended information If you have questions or need assistance with the J1 Waiver Process, please schedule a consultation with our immigration attorney. Visit our J1 Waiver Page for more information: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/practice-areas/j1-visa-waiver Disclaimer: This Blog is made available by the lawyer or law firm publisher for educational purposes only as well as to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice. By using this blog site you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and the Blog/Web Site publisher. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state.
The National Visa Center (NVC) begins their case processing when the I-130 Petition is approved. The NVC is an extremely efficient agency, extremely efficient. The NVC Goal is to quickly prepare, review, and accept information and documents necessary for the future Immigrant Visa Interview. The "Notice of Visa Case Creation" usually occurs within 24-48 hours, as most I-130 Petitions were Electronically submitted or were an electronically managed filing at USCIS with an "IOE" Case Number. The NVC normally emails their "welcome letter" in the form of the Notice of Visa Case Creation email; however, the NVC can also mail a welcome letter, which is more common for Family Preference filings versus Immediate Relative filings. NVC Focuses: Accept Visa Payments Provide and Review the DS-260 Visa Application Review, Conform to Consular Standards, and Accept the Sponsor's Financial Documents and I-864 Affidavit of Support Review, Conform to Consular Standards, and Accept the Immigrant's Civil Documents, paying close attention to: Police Certificate Marriage, Divorce, and Birth Certificates Bona Fide Marriage or Family Relationship proof (aka Continued Relationship Evidence) Passport Style Photo Prior Military Service Evidence Court and Prison Records, if anything exists NVC Timelines are posted online: The NVC timelines can be located here: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/nvc-timeframes.html What Happens AFTER the NVC Processing: The NVC Documentarily Qualified Notice and the Immigrant Visa process are explained separately (in great detail) in the following blog posts: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/immigration/consular-processing/nvcs-documentarily-qualified-status-notice-what-happens-next https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/immigration/consular-processing/immigrant-visa-interview-scheduled-what-to-focus-on-now-and-in-what-order Disclaimer: This Blog is made available by the lawyer or law firm publisher for educational purposes only as well as to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice. By using this blog site you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and the Blog/Web Site publisher. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state.
My DS-2019 is blank! How Do I know If I am Subject to the J1 212e 2-Year Home Residency Requirement?
Many J1 Professionals rely on the DS-2019 for determining whether they are subject to the 2-year home residency requirement. However, the DS-2019 can be incorrect or INCOMPLETE. This post will specifically target the common Blank DS-2019 questions/issues. Many look at their MOST RECENT DS-2019 (applicable for the professionals that have received 2-5 DS-2019s, and almost 99% of the time, the "Preliminary Endorsement of Consular or Immigration officer regarding section 212(e)" section is blank . This section, near the bottom left side, has two options: Not subject to the two-year residence requirement Subject to two-year residence requirement For many, when they see that it is blank, they assume that they ARE NOT SUBJECT. However, that would be a mistake. The best indicators are: The FIRST DS-2019, as that is almost always completed and provided to the J1 for Visa Processing overseas The J1 Visa annotates whether subject or not Common DS-2019 ERROR Scenarios The J1 lost/misplaced the prior DS-2019, but would rely on the DS-2019 Extension because it covers the same time period. This is a bad assumption as many subsequent DS-2019s would update the "start date" and the "end date." The "Start Date" is usually updated to the date of Entry into the US versus the first possible date you could have entered for purposes of acquiring the J1 Visa sooner. The J2 DS-2019s NEVER stated subject. So, the J1 must also match them right? No, never assume the dependents status, annotations, or DS-2019 reflect correct information for the J1. The J2 DS-2019s NEVER stated subject, but the J1 is/was subject. This is a common error. If the J1 Professional is/was subject, the J2 100% MUST also be subject. The DS-2019 and J1 Visa state "NOT SUBJECT," but you know another J1 from the same country, same profession, same J1 Sponsoring Agency, and same Subject/Field Code. Errors happen, and "assuming you slipped through the cracks" can be costly. So, how can I be certain in determining whether I am Subject or Not Subject? An Advisory Opinion from the DOS Waiver Review Division is 100% reliable. If that division states you are Subject, then you are Subject. If they state that you are NOT Subject, then you are now and will always be NOT Subject. The Advisory Opinion is a FREE process, it does not "constitute a waiver" (as some J1 Visa Holders are afraid to violate the terms of their employment contract), and it processes in about 1-2 months. How can an Immigration Attorney Help? An Attorney can assist with the Advisory Opinion as that is a service our office provides and an estimate can be found on our J1 Waiver Page ; however, an Attorney can also explain: Timelines Document Requirements Feasibility of a future plan End Goal of either an employment visa or immigration with a Green Card Related Blog Posts: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/immigration/when-should-a-j1-j2-perform-a-dos-advisory-opinion https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/immigration/can-i-apply-for-a-j1-waiver-simultaneously-with-my-green-card-filing Disclaimer: This Blog is made available by the lawyer or law firm publisher for educational purposes only as well as to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice. By using this blog site you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and the Blog/Web Site publisher. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state.
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