SB-1 Visas Attorney In Missouri & Arizona

If you have lost your permanent resident status due to an extended absence from the US, there's no need for despair. Thanks to US law, you can apply for a returning resident status using an SB-1 visa. You may have lost your residency status if you were outside the US borders for over two years with a re-entry permit or more than a year without one. Reasons for your extended stay might include caring for an aging relative or work commitments. Regardless, an SB-1 visa could be your pass to return. Nevertheless, you will need to provide substantial evidence of your intention to stay in the US permanently. 

To apply for a returning resident status with an SB-1 visa, you will need to submit Form DS-117, Application to Determine Returning Resident Status, along with supporting documents such as proof of your previous permanent residency status and evidence of the reasons for your extended stay abroad. You may also be required to undergo an interview at the nearest US embassy or consulate.

It is important to note that meeting the requirements for a returning resident status does not guarantee approval of an SB-1 visa. The consular officer reviewing your application will assess whether you meet the criteria and have strong ties to the US that show your intention to reside in the country permanently.

Fortunately, Andres G. Hernandez, an attorney in the field of Immigration Law in Missouri and Arizona, can provide guidance on gathering and presenting evidence that is most likely to persuade the USCIS to approve your SB-1 visa application. Contact Andres G. Hernandez to learn more about how he can assist you with your immigration needs.