San Jose Immigration Lawyer | Sweta Khandelwal

A United States visa is a travel document that allows you to legally enter the country. If your visa expires, you are not required to leave the U.S. because it does not reflect how long you are authorized to stay in the country. Generally, your immigration status dictates how long you can lawfully remain in the country. Your legal status will depend on the expiration date listed on your I-94 card. If you want to extend your stay, contact our immigration lawyer right away. Our firm can review your current situation and help you determine your next steps.

Generally, if you have entered the United States legally and your immigration status has not expired, you have the option of changing your status to be a permanent resident. This option is called an Adjustment of Status (AOS). When you apply for an AOS, you are eligible to obtain a green card without the need to leave the country. The AOS process will differ depending on your unique situation and your category of green card. Additionally, you must meet the eligibility requirements to successfully apply. To learn about the eligibility requirements and the best course of action for your situation, speak to an immigration lawyer.

If you have a pending petition or application with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and you are considering traveling outside of the U.S., we recommend you speak to an immigration lawyer. Depending on your situation, traveling may not be possible without "abandoning" your status request. For Example: If you are already in the U.S. and you apply for an adjustment of status to an H1-B, the USCIS will consider your H1-B petition "abandoned" if you leave the country. In Comparison: If you already have H1-B status with a pending extension petition, you are able to travel outside of the country without abandoning your request. An experienced lawyer can help you understand what options you have when awaiting a petition or application approval.

If you reside in the United States and wish to bring family to the country, then your options will depend on your specific situation. You may be eligible to apply for a K Visa, which is a temporary nonimmigrant visa, or a green card for your family members. If you are applying under the family category, your family must be immediate relatives, such as a spouse and unmarried children. Speak to our immigration attorney to learn more about your options.

It is difficult to approximate the cost of an immigration lawyer's services. This is because each solution that a law firm creates for their client is tailored to the business, individual or family. The complexity and time spent will affect the overall costs. For a better estimate of what you might pay for immigration services, schedule an appointment with our attorney today.

As an employer, if you wish to hire a foreign worker, or as a worker, you wish to work in the United States, you have the option of applying for a temporary worker visa. Temporary worker visa categories include: H1-B H-2A & H-2B H-3 L O P-1 P-2 P-3 Q1 In order to apply for a temporary worker visa, the prospective employer will need to have a petition approved by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). It is important to note that there are also a number of temporary worker visas that require an additional labor certification to be obtained by the employer. We recommend seeking legal assistance from an experienced immigration lawyer to reach your specific immigration objective.

If you were not born in the United States and wish to become a citizen, you can obtain citizenship through a process called "naturalization." In order to obtain citizenship through naturalization, you must meet the eligibility requirements. This includes being physically present and having continuous residence in the U.S. to ensure you do not jeopardize the petition. Are you interested in naturalization? Our firm has helped many applicants receive their naturalization.