Our immigration laws are incredibly complex and often convoluted, so if you've decided to file for immigration benefits for yourself or on behalf of a family member, there are inherent risks involved that should be taken into consideration. An honest mistake or misunderstanding of an application question can be the difference between having your benefit request denied or being placed into removal proceedings. This is not to strike fear into those who wish to handle these applications on their own, but to simply recommend taking extreme caution, especially if you are unsure how to answer certain questions or feel that you might not have the exact evidence the government is requesting.
Read MoreWhether you’ve hired an attorney to file your request for immigration benefits or you’ve decided to take on the task yourself, no amount of planning and preparation can prevent a Request for Evidence (“RFE”). Even for the most diligent person among us, despite careful planning, checking over all the paperwork, and making sure everything looks right, the immigration officer reviewing your application may still send an RFE.
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