Steps to Apply for Green Card being in the US (please read, need help!!!)

[Nestor15 1]

Came to the USA at age 14 in 1998, and have been here since then. I came with an uncle not really knowing where we were going since parents and grandparents could not take care of me. I got married with a US citizen in 2009 and have been married since then. I need guidance in what to do to make the process easier since learning that I might have to leave the country is freaking me out. I have four children who I am a stay at home father to and a kid with disabilities which requires my attention. 

 

I need to learn what past laws can protect me since I came here at a young age without having truly a choice. Please help, I need to help my wife in work and such since everything is expensive. Thank you, have a great day. 

 

Came from Mexico 

Edited May 15, 2023 by Nestor15

[Boiler 45,661]

Which country did you come from and how did you enter

[Nestor15 1]

3 minutes ago, Boiler said:

Which country did you come from and how did you enter

Came from Mexico and crossed the border (through the desert).

[Boiler 45,661]

So the simple version is she filed an I 130 when tat is approved an I 601a and then you interview in CDJ

 

Not a quick process

 

All this assumes your only issue is an illegal entry and an overstay

 

 

[powerpuff 6,729]

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This is not a DIY case. You need an experienced attorney, specifically in entry without inspection cases. 

[powerpuff 6,729]

I thought you’re naturalized US citizen? This is what you said back in 2015:

You also said you’re petitioning your wife from Mexico.

 

[Nestor15 1]

33 minutes ago, powerpuff said:

I thought you’re naturalized US citizen? This is what you said back in 2015:

You also said you’re petitioning your wife from Mexico.

 

I am, I forgot to mention this is for an uncle. Did not think someone was going to go through my post and call me out on it. 

[Boiler 45,661]

Can be confusing when you mix up cases and obviously you will not be able to answer my questions

[powerpuff 6,729]

10 minutes ago, Nestor15 said:

I am, I forgot to mention this is for an uncle. Did not think someone was going to go through my post and call me out on it. 

1. Nobody was calling you out. I pointed out an an inconsistency 2. I see way too many posts here where, if you go to previous posts, reveals a lot of info not mentioned and changes the story which changes the advice

 

I do not see how past laws can help your uncles case. With my limited knowledge on the subject, I’m of the belief he does not have an option and will have to interview abroad. But I do not think he should DIY this case, a very good attorney is needed.

[SteveInBostonI130 3,467]

Your uncle cannot AOS because he entered without inspection.

 

If he leaves, he will get a multi-year bar.  

 

Your uncle needs to consult an experienced immigration attorney.

[Boiler 45,661]

I 601a has been around for 10 years, Uncle has done nothing which suggests to me that there are other issues the OP is not aware of.

[SalishSea 17,928]

4 hours ago, Nestor15 said:

I am, I forgot to mention this is for an uncle. Did not think someone was going to go through my post and call me out on it. 

Why not have your “uncle” get his own account and ask about his own case here?  Third hand information is notoriously hard to relay accurately.

[Sam Burns 157]

15 hours ago, Nestor15 said:

I am, I forgot to mention this is for an uncle. Did not think someone was going to go through my post and call me out on it. 

People are as meticulous here as the USCIS is. Never forget that. No one wants to waste their time on bogus posts or fake accounts.

Edited May 16, 2023 by Sam Burns

[pushbrk 12,974]

22 hours ago, Boiler said:

I 601a has been around for 10 years, Uncle has done nothing which suggests to me that there are other issues the OP is not aware of.

Correct, but nothing has been mentioned about the basis under which he would apply for any immigration benefit.  No mention of Uncle being married to a US Citizen.  If he doesn't have basis to immigrate, then that's the end of the story.  This topic is posted in a spouse visa forum.  

[pushbrk 12,974]

On 5/16/2023 at 7:56 AM, Nestor15 said:

I am, I forgot to mention this is for an uncle. Did not think someone was going to go through my post and call me out on it. 

You described YOUR situation.  Did uncle cross with an uncle, and marry a US Citizen?  What is uncle's basis to immigrate?