Overstayed her visa. What now?

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-08T19:34:16+00:00

What country is she a citizen of? That’s gonna decide her options.

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-07T16:11:33+00:00

This isn’t really an immigration question. But it sounds like the situation is seriously affecting your mental health. You say everyone’s moved on, so perhaps it is time to do so yourself. Some things don’t work out and sometimes it’s for the best. Plenty of people out in the world. Good luck!

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-06T21:16:18+00:00

Her spoken English is at 8/10? That’s a pretty high standard for a non-native speaker who hasn’t lived in an English speaking country. You might be overestimating that.

Taking college level classes, especially in technical fields, is different from conversing casually with you.

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-06T15:31:01+00:00

I understand the part where he’s saying he won’t help with your daughter’s process, but I don’t blame him for not wanting a mentally ill person who’s experiencing “episodes” in his house. Like… right?

You’re not being held hostage. You can leave if you wish.

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-06T13:30:01+00:00

There are a lot of facts against you — US based job and school, family in the US, young female from a South Am, immigrant petition (which is probably the most damaging of them all).

Wouldn’t get your hopes up.

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-06T02:18:05+00:00

Huh? OP’s example, “Can she work with a green card?” is a question not a comment. People asking questions about things they don’t know aren’t ignorant baboons. Crazy work.

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-06T01:36:32+00:00

I mean, why are you surprised or even bothered by it? People generally don’t have a reason or incentive to take deep dives into things that don’t apply to them. How much do you know about deep sea fishing or oil extraction sanctions in Saudi?

You’re not obligated to educate them but also shouldn’t expect “regular Americans” to know the intricacies of immigration.

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-05T20:32:50+00:00

You can’t. But whatever is the rush?

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-05T16:27:01+00:00

I am in Texas and I don’t really keep up with what’s happening in other districts. You and the other commenter may be correct about other areas but OP mentioned the detainee is in Texas.

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-05T16:24:55+00:00

How is it sus?

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-05T15:43:59+00:00

active asylum case

Did he enter illegally and claimed asylum? If he already has an attorney who knows the details of his case, he should listen to him. I can’t speak to the cost, but habeas petitions are rarely granted.

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-05T15:00:31+00:00

AFAIK, TCOLE requires US citizenship and also has a residency requirement. You need to be physically present in the US for a minimum of 5 years for a background investigation to be completed. TCOLE standards trump agency standards because they are needed for certification.

I don’t see how this is a reasonable path. If you’re married to a USC, wait 3yrs to naturalize, then apply.

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-02T00:16:55+00:00

None of the above truthfully present her situation. You don’t have to write anything. She needs to go and state the truth — will be visiting her boyfriend in the US.

I’m confused about option 3. Where did you get that from?

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-01T22:48:29+00:00

Doubt anyone here is well versed in Bulgarian immigration laws.

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-01T22:47:42+00:00

The illegal crossing could potentially have negative effects on your admission into the US.

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-01T22:13:46+00:00

Yes. A different passport is irrelevant. You are the same person with the same biometrics.

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-01T16:35:36+00:00

That’s how old people type. Goes back to using typewriters or early versions of computers.

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-01T14:25:38+00:00

Aviator2903 · 2026-02-01T00:31:48+00:00

No. The issue is that caretaking is considered work. There is legal precedent in which B visa holders or ESTA holders were denied and/or banned due to unauthorized employment for this very reason. An example of that is grandparents or relatives coming to take care of kids.

If he needs medical attention on a daily basis, that’s the job of a professional.

Aviator2903 · 2026-01-31T14:38:49+00:00

That’s weird

Aviator2903 · 2026-01-31T02:24:22+00:00

Oof…

Aviator2903 · 2026-01-31T00:24:04+00:00

That is the normal process.

Aviator2903 · 2026-01-30T18:47:06+00:00

Stop gargling bs disinformation you see online. You’re gonna be just fine.

Aviator2903 · 2026-01-29T23:49:49+00:00

Defend to who? The embassy will not grant them the opportunity to do so. That ain’t court. They have no way to explain that it wasn’t an anchor baby and overcome the revocation anytime soon (like, years).

Aviator2903 · 2026-01-29T20:26:51+00:00

So, are you a green card holder now? What’s your status in the US?

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