Filipinos and other foreign nationals who entered on visitor visas and later applied for permanent residency face potential visa revocation.
The US authorities have begun reviewing B1/B2 visitor visas issued to foreign nationals who later applied for green cards or other permanent residency status. The Philippine Embassy in Washington, D.C. has advised Filipinos in the US to consult a qualified immigration lawyer over status concerns.
This review is part of a broader immigration enforcement effort. If you entered the US on a B1/B2 visa and subsequently filed for permanent residency, your original visa could be flagged or revoked, potentially complicating your immigration status.
Entering on a visitor visa with intent to immigrate can be viewed as visa fraud.
The key issue: entering on a visitor visa with the intent to immigrate can be viewed as visa fraud. If you're in this situation, do not ignore it. Contact an immigration attorney immediately to assess your options. They can help determine whether your green card application is at risk and what steps to take next.
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