Is there a difference between an immigrant visa and a green card?
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David Hill
US Immigration Expert .I've received a green card for my kid with a typographic error in Gender (M instead F). I try to send a request (Form I90) to replace the card, but I have an error message "You must select the Form Number associated to your Receipt Number. The Form Number you selected does not match our records for that Receipt Number." What form should I choose?
You need to fill-out I90 form and send it to USCIS with a green-card and copies of Birth Certificate ...
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Robert James
20+ years of experience in IRS matters .I worked off the books in a bar before I had my green card and didn't fill out a W9 or file a 1099. The bar contacted me about incorrect W9 information after I'd paid my taxes. Should I ignore it, or should I contact the IRS to declare the income? What's the best course of action?
The general rule is all income in the US is taxable unless specifically excluded by law. Even when you ...
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David Hill
US Immigration Expert .My application for naturalization is pending and my green card will soon expire. What should I do?
If you filed for naturalization more than 6 months before your green card's expiration date, you can contact USCIS ...
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David Hill
US Immigration Expert .For naturalization purposes, does the time since I was granted a conditional (2-year) green card count, or only the time since I was granted an unconditional (10-year) green card?
You became a permanent resident when your 2-year card was issued, so you can start counting years for naturalization ...
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David Hill
US Immigration Expert .I've been in the US for several years as a non-immigrant (e.g. for studies or for work) and recently was granted a green card. Does the time I spent in the US before getting my green card count toward the citizenship requirements?
No, only the time after becoming a permanent resident counts.
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David Hill
US Immigration Expert .I filed I-751 with my spouse and am thinking of filing divorce. My spouse wants to help me get my 10-year green card. What should I do?
Do not file for divorce until you receive your 10 year green card. If there is an interview, be ...
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David Hill
US Immigration Expert .I am in the USA. My 2 green card through marriage / investment is lost/stolen/destroyed. What should I do?
If you have a criminal record or non-criminal infractions with a fine of $500 or more, consult an immigration ...
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David Hill
US Immigration Expert .I am in the USA. My 2 year green card through investment has expired. What should I do?
If you have a criminal record or non-criminal infractions with a fine of $500 or more, consult an immigration ...
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David Hill
US Immigration Expert .I am in the USA. My 2 year green card through marriage has expired. What should I do?
If you have a criminal record or non-criminal infractions with a fine of $500 or more, consult an immigration ...
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David Hill
US Immigration Expert .I am in the USA. My 10 year green card has expired or is lost/stolen/destroyed. What should I do?
If you have a criminal record or non-criminal infractions with a fine of $500 or more, consult an immigration ...
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David Hill
US Immigration Expert .I received a 10 year green card instead of the 2 year green card I should have had. What should I do?
Apply for a social security card that removes DHS restrictions Apply for a full term REAL ID from your state's ...
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David Hill
US Immigration Expert .I received a 2 year green card instead of the 10 year green card I am qualified for. What should I do?
File I-90 immediately. Keep your green card. If you get an RFE to return the 2 year green card, ...
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