10th Circ. Reverses Colo. Court's Visa Reclassification Ruling
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The 10th US Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a Colorado court's visa reclassification ruling. The decision affects foreign-born citizens whose parents became naturalized US citizens.
Important Ruling for Foreign-Born Citizens
The 10th US Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a Colorado court's visa reclassification ruling. This decision affects foreign-born citizens whose parents became naturalized US citizens. According to the ruling, a foreign-born citizen can retain their minor status for visa purposes, even if they are over 21 years old.
What This Means for You
This ruling may have significant implications for foreign-born citizens who have applied for a US visa. If you or your child are a foreign-born citizen and your parent became a naturalized US citizen, you may be eligible to retain your minor status for visa purposes.
What's Next
If you or your child have applied for a US visa, you should consult with an immigration attorney to determine how this ruling may affect your application. You can also check the USCIS website for more information on visa reclassification.
What to do next
- Petition for Alien Relative - Spouse — Order
- Application for Naturalization — Order
- Appeal to Board of Immigration Appeals — Order
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Source: law360.com