rahulddesai@... wrote:
> Thank you everyone for your replies.
>
> 1. Since I am already in US on H1-B, would it be better to just file
> AOS or should I go for consular processing? I know I would have to go
> to India for consular processing but I am assuming that I would have
> to go on a fixed date when the interview is scheduled and then we can
> immediately come back, correct? Would I have to stay back several days
> in India if I go for consular processing?
If you want to go to India for procesing, go to India.
It don't see an advantage in it. After all, you are already here and
have legal entitlement to be here and work.
>
> 2. What would happen if I just file AOS right now? Would they send me
> a letter saying that I cannot do AOS till my priority date is current
> or would they keep it on hold till my date becomes current?
You would be denied, as there is no approved I-130.
(without looking back, I believe your wife is not yet a citizen, correct?)
>
> 3. Should I respond to the letter and send an e-mail to NVC saying
> that I am in USA and would like to do AOS or should I still send them
> the $70 fees?
Either way, the fee would have to be paid, right?
>
> 4. Lastly, does anyone know any good immigration attorneys in the
> Chicago area?
I also think asking for a blanket recommendation in a newsgroup might
cause you to get responses from shills. |