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The Law Office of Evelyn Tossas Tucker has compiled a list of documents that you will need to move forward with your immigration case either before or after immigration reform comes about. The REAL ID Act of 2005 stipulates that immigrants seeking Legal Permanent Resident (LPR) status must provide original identification documents for all applications. While immigration reform legislation is being written, Evelyn Tossas Tucker recommends you obtain the following documents to expedite your immigration case:
1. Passport
● A current and valid passport is a universal form of identification that will be required, regardless of your type of case. To obtain or renew your passport, visit your country's U.S. Embassy (http://state.gov/s/cpr/rls/dpl/32122.htm).
2. Permanent Resident Card (“Green Card”)
● If you are a Lawful Permanent Resident, then your permanent resident card will be necessary to proceed with your case. If you have lost your card or it is no longer valid, contact us to determine how to obtain a replacement. Act quickly – obtaining a new card can sometimes be a long process.
3. Proof of Duration in U.S.
● In order to prove your entries to the U.S., please obtain any travel documents, correspondence, receipts, or letters of alibi supporting your claims. Any documents proving your whereabouts on dates relative to your case are important.
4. Proof of Strong Moral Character
● Applicable documents are certified copies of any dispositions of arrests or convictions, any related police records, and any related FBI reports. These documents may be obtained in the precinct in which the charges were filed based on the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Warning: If you are unsure of any past warrants, please make an appointment with us before approaching any precincts – we may be able to obtain your records for you.
5. Certificate of Marriage/Marriage License
● If you are married or have been in the past, obtain your certificate(s) of marriage and marriage license(s) to support your claims. These documents are important for claims and are critical for cases in which the spouse is a U.S. Citizen. If you are unable to locate or obtain these documents, contact our office to determine how to proceed.
6. Birth Certificates
● Obtain your birth certificate as well as those of your partner, your children, and any relevant relatives. If you do not have the original certificate(s) or copies, contact your consular office in the U.S. (www.state.gov/s/cpr/rls/fco/).
7. Educational Records
● Any degrees, certifications, diplomas, and/or transcripts are often important for immigration cases to establish the educational history of an individual, as well as to corroborate claims. Similarly, documents verifying specialized training or certification for skills or job training are often important as well. To obtain these documents, contact the institutions at which you received your education or the applicable documents. Whenever the option is available, choose certified or official documents.
8. Financial/Tax Forms
● IRS Transcripts demonstrate the commitment of an individual to the lawfulness of their stay in the U.S.. The transcripts also summarize the financial information of an individual as well as their earnings and taxation history. All filed tax returns are important. To obtain your filed tax returns, contact the IRS via web – www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=110571,00.html – or phone – 1-800-829-1040. Also, obtain your payment history or pay stubs from your employer as these attest to your financial stability and history.
9. Proof of Hardship(s)
● The endurance of past hardships and/or the likeliness of future hardships are often integral to immigration cases. The Law Office of Evelyn Tossas Tucker thoroughly researches the country conditions and relevant data of each client's case, but some documents and evidences are unique to each case. Obtain any and all documents that demonstrate or are related to the hardships you or your family have suffered in the past or will likely suffer in the future should you leave the U.S. to return to your home country. These documents may include: medical records and bills; written statements of doctors, therapists, or psychiatrists; proof of enrollment for schools or other commitments. For example: if you fear returning to your home country, provide documents demonstrating where this fear is rooted; if your family will struggle when you leave them to return to your home country, provide documents to support this.
10. Proof of Entry
● When, where, how, and how many times an individual entered the U.S. are important pieces of information in immigration cases. Documents that are needed to prove these things include the I-94 Form (Arrival-Departure Record), Visas, travel tickets, and Passport stamps. If you are unable to obtain these items, we can help you.
11. Prior Immigration Case
● If you have had a prior immigration case, are currently in deportation or detained, or if you chose voluntary departure but failed to depart, your case may still be eligible for reopening. We can obtain your immigration file and advise you on the difficulty of your case – even if your case has been denied in the past, it may be successfully reopened. By law, we are not permitted to discuss your case with anyone without your permission.
Law Offices of Evelyn Tossas Tucker
New York Immigration Attorney
Address: 305 Broadway, Suite #500
New York, NY 10007
Phone: 212-732-0801
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