Navigating the US immigration system is complex and stressful. Whether you are applying for a work visa, seeking permanent residency, pursuing citizenship, or facing deportation proceedings, our AI legal advisor provides instant guidance on immigration law and procedures.
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Processing times vary widely: Employment-based (EB-1): 6-18 months. EB-2/EB-3: 1-5+ years depending on country of birth. Family-based (immediate relatives of US citizens): 6-18 months. Family preference categories: 2-20+ years.
If you are already in H-1B status and your employer files a timely extension, you can continue working for up to 240 days after your current status expires while the extension is pending (the "240-day rule").
You may explore alternatives: O-1 visa (extraordinary ability), L-1 visa (intracompany transfer), F-1 student visa with OPT/CPT, or wait for the next H-1B registration period (typically March of the following year).
Yes, you can apply for naturalization after holding a green card for 5 years (3 years if married to a US citizen). You must also meet physical presence, continuous residence, and good moral character requirements.
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