U.S. Immigration Q&A Podcast with JQK Law: Visa, Green Card, Citizenship & More!

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U.S. Immigration Law Questions from Listeners living across the world. Every Tuesday at 5 PM Pacific. On: TikTok: ImmigrationLawyerJohn Email Me Directly - Info@jqklaw.com Consult with an attorney in private about your case. This is general education only. Results Vary. This is an attorney advertisement. #Immigration #GreenCard #Citizenship

  1. 2d ago

    #336 LIVE U.S. Immigration Q&A - June 2, 2026

    💍 Applying for a Marriage Green Card? Start with our FREE step-by-step guide! 📥 Download it here → MarriageImmigrationLaw.com ⚖️ US Naturalization (Citizenship) GUIDE! 🔹 Have Immigration Questions? Timestamp: 0:00 – Intro & show overview 0:32 – Resources: marriage green card guide & consultation 0:59 – May 22nd memo update — guide not yet updated 1:16 – Recent case updates: approvals, pauses, RFE received 1:33 – Should you file AOS, wait, or go consular processing? 2:04 – YouTube channel & how to get questions answered 2:32 – May 22nd USCIS policy memo breakdown 2:54 – NYT report: is the admin backtracking on the memo? 3:25 – Naturalization interview delayed since August 2025 3:48 – Citizenship interview timelines & field office delays 4:23 – How to check field office processing times & contact Congress 4:31 – Review your full immigration history before pushing a case forward 5:17 – BIA indefinite detention update 5:52 – Interview notification received — field office & timeline tips 6:08 – Non-immigrant married to US citizen — new AOS rules explained 6:36 – I-130 approval vs. I-485 approval — no direct connection 7:10 – Can you file I-485 concurrently with I-130? 8:02 – I-751 removal of conditions after divorce explained 9:07 – Persian name — potential travel ban impact on I-751 9:32 – Parents on B2 overstay by a week — AOS recommendation? 10:01 – I-130 filed August 2025, beneficiary in India on B2 — consular processing timeline 10:52 – Update on immigrant visa pause — when will it be lifted? 11:08 – Temporary green card received May 2025 — when to renew? 11:57 – Safe to travel on green card to 75-country pause countries? 12:34 – Should you upload wedding/trial photos to I-130 unsolicited? 13:16 – Has a new law passed? (unclear question) 13:28 – I-485 receipt March 2026, biometrics April 2026 — when approved? 13:46 – AOS case in immigration court for marriage — what to expect? 13:54 – Consultation cost — how to find out 14:14 – Can you take over a case someone started themselves? 14:57 – How long to receive green card after entering on immigrant visa? 15:54 – Manu question about fees 16:02 – Client testimonial: green card approved 16:11 – How does a non-immigrant file for AOS (I-485)? 16:34 – Iran pending asylum + EB-2 NIW current — file I-485 or wait? 17:31 – Citizenship interview passed 6 months ago, no update — Iranian applicant 17:50 – DS-260 login to keep NVC case active — correct method? 18:16 – How long to receive green card after entering on immigrant visa (follow-up) 18:31 – Asylum case pending — can I travel domestically? 18:45 – I-485 interview on Friday — recommendations 19:03 – Jordanian passport renewal during administrative closure 19:26 – Oath ceremony not received in 7 months — what to do? 19:48 – Wife from Afghanistan, interview in Pakistan — attend or reschedule? 20:19 – Reminder: other viewers should not give legal guidance in chat 20:39 – No predictions on when the visa pause will end 20:50 – I-130 cases — timelines and whether interviews are required 21:18 – Do you create photo albums for clients? 22:05 – H-2B visa holder — AOS through marriage 22:48 – Living in different states from spouse — medical exam location & impact 23:04 – Can you withdraw N-400 after biometrics — will it affect background check? 23:28 – From Pakistan, waiting for oath ceremony — safe to travel? 23:55 – How to contact NBC to keep case alive (DS-260 / NVC follow-up) 24:06 – Can you make changes to DS-260 after submission? 24:22 – Forgot to mention previous divorce on N-400 — how serious? 24:51 – Green card holder in New York — travel to another state without status? 25:00 – Consultation fees — how to find out 25:30 – Will the new memo affect future I-751 filings? 25:46 – Work permit denied — what to do? 25:54 – Daughter's green card approved after RFE — 4-day turnaround 26:09 – F2A qualified at NBC in November 2025, no interview — Africa/delayed regions 26:37 – Traveling between states without immigration status — risks 26:55 – Closing remarks & resources 27:07 – Is SC-1 visa easy to get approved? 27:15 – F2A spouse lost status due to USCIS delay — can they still do AOS? Join me LIVE every Tuesday from 4 - 4:30 PM PT for a free Q&A session! I answer your biggest Green Card & Immigration questions LIVE! ⚖️ Want personalized legal help? 📞 Contact us here → JQKLaw.com/Contact 📌 Important: This is for general education only. Every case is different. Consult an attorney for personal advice. Attorney advertisement. Laws may change. 📥 Download it here → JQKLaw.com/Citizenship 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6108637424779264

    28 min

  2. May 25

    F-1 Student to Business Founder/Investor Visa (E-2)

    Graduating on an F1 visa and thinking about starting your own business in the U.S.? The E2 investor visa might be your best path forward and if you're currently on OPT, you may be able to use that time to test and launch your business before you ever file. In this video, immigration attorney John Khosravi breaks down everything F1 students need to know about the E2 visa: who qualifies (and which countries are excluded), how much you need to invest, what your business plan must include, and how to document your source of funds correctly from day one. 👉 [FREE E-book] Ultimate Marriage Green Card Guide Download the No-Cost Guide here: https://www.MarriageImmigrationLaw.com Timestamps: 0:00 – Introduction – E2 visa overview for F1 student visa holders 0:18 – Using OPT to test your business before switching to E2 0:40 – What is the E2 investor visa? 1:28 – Treaty country requirement – who qualifies? 1:51 – Countries that do NOT qualify (India, Brazil, China, Russia) 2:11 – Ownership & control requirements 2:44 – F1 to E2: change of status via Form I-129 3:01 – Source of funds documentation 3:25 – How much money do you need to invest? 3:50 – Business plan requirements 4:09 – Change of status vs. consular processing 4:32 – Using OPT business revenue to strengthen your E2 case 5:00 – E2 to green card pathways (EB-5, marriage, aging-out children) 5:24 – O-1 visa as an alternative for startup founders 5:40 – Building your foundation and long-term strategy 5:55 – Schedule a consultation at JQKLaw.com ⚖️ Thinking of getting a lawyer? Schedule a consultation with me!  (Fees apply.) GO HERE: JQKLaw.com/Contact 🔥 Got burning Immigration questions? Catch my LIVE Q&A, Tuesdays @ 4-4:30 PM Pacific Time on: 📤 Share this video: https://youtu.be/9YFTs7dUFYs Consult with an attorney in private about your case. This is general education only. Results vary. This is an attorney advertisement. Information is subject to change. #E2Visa #F1StudentVisa #ImmigrationLaw #StartABusiness #OPT #InvestorVisa #JQKLaw #ImmigrationAttorney #StudentVisa #USVisa #USCIS #GreenCard #ImmigrationNews #ImmigrationLawyer

    6 min

  3. May 22

    How One Marriage Almost Destroyed a Family Green Card Case (F-2B to F-1 to F3 Preference Category)

    If you are the adult child of a U.S. citizen or green card holder, getting married or divorced at the wrong time could seriously affect your immigration case. In this video, we break down a real immigration story of a green card holder who almost lost their path to U.S. citizenship because of a complicated family-based immigration history involving the F2B, F1, and F3 visa categories. Learn how marriage, divorce, a parent's naturalization, and timing can impact your green card process, citizenship eligibility, and even put your status at risk. If you are waiting for a family-based green card, this is important information you should know. 👉 [FREE E-book] Ultimate Marriage Green Card Guide Download the No-Cost Guide here: https://www.MarriageImmigrationLaw.com Timestamps 0:00 – Green Card Holder Almost Loses Citizenship Case 0:26 – Immigration Story & Case Background 0:34 – F2B Category: Adult Child of a Green Card Holder 0:51 – Parent Becomes a U.S. Citizen (F2B to F1) 1:03 – Why F2B Can Be Faster Than F1 1:24 – Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) Explained 1:48 – Important Immigration Disclaimer 1:53 – What Happens If the Child Gets Married? 2:17 – F1 to F3 Category: Married Child of a U.S. Citizen 2:32 – Divorce Changes the Immigration Case Again 2:45 – Green Card Approved & Citizenship Filing 2:53 – Citizenship Interview Problem Explained 3:09 – How Documents Saved the Case 3:41 – Marriage Mistakes That Can Ruin a Green Card Case 3:55 – Deportation Risks & Immigration Court Warning 4:07 – Key Advice for Adult Children of Citizens & Green Card Holders 4:24 – Final Takeaway + Immigration Consultation Info ⚖️ Thinking of getting a lawyer? Schedule a consultation with me!  (Fees apply.) GO HERE: JQKLaw.com/Contact 🔥 Got burning Immigration questions? Catch my LIVE Q&A, Tuesdays @ 4-4:30 PM Pacific Time on: 📤 Share this video:    • How One Marriage Almost Destroyed a Family...   Consult with an attorney in private about your case. This is general education only. Results vary. This is an attorney advertisement. Information is subject to change. #greencard #immigration #usimmigration #usvisa #familybasedimmigration #uscitizenship #immigrationlawyer #f2bvisa #f1visa #f3visa #jqklaw #USCIS #GreenCard #ImmigrationNews #ImmigrationLawyer

    5 min

  4. May 20

    #334 LIVE U.S. Immigration Q&A - May 19, 2026

    💍 Applying for a Marriage Green Card? Start with our FREE step-by-step guide! 📥 Download it here → MarriageImmigrationLaw.com ⚖️ US Naturalization (Citizenship) GUIDE! 🔹 Have Immigration Questions? 0:03 – Intro – Immigration Lawyer John Kasravi Live Q&A 0:12 – Disclaimer: Educational only, not legal advice 0:24 – How to ask questions + consultation info (jqlaw.com) 0:40 – Free Marriage Green Card Guide (download info) 0:53 – Citizenship/Naturalization Guide (jqlaw.com/citizenship) 1:06 – H-1B visa basics and status vs visa expiration 1:36 – B1/B2 vs H-1B change of status limitations 2:11 – Green card processing time varies by category 2:24 – I-751 travel and removal of conditions discussion 3:02 – DV Lottery / missed deadlines issues 3:40 – BIA / court cases not handled by office 3:52 – F1 student + green card intent conflict discussion 4:25 – Visa bans / embassy delays / processing uncertainty 5:06 – Filing deadlines and missed interview consequences 5:28 – Consultation process for case review and fees 6:18 – EB2 / F1 / asylum adjustment limitations 6:48 – Consular processing vs adjustment risks 10:06 – Overstay forgiveness (spouse/parent of US citizen) 11:24 – K1 vs marriage visa risk discussion 12:09 – Travel ban / dual citizenship impact 16:04 – Citizenship denial risk (tax payment plan issue) 17:50 – I-751 evidence requirements (marriage proof list) 19:51 – Parole / adjustment of status clarification 20:37 – H4 visa appointment guidance 24:22 – F1 student marriage-based case discussion 27:01 – Under 21 I-130 child case timeline 28:42 – Biometrics re-fingerprinting policy update 31:17 – Closing remarks + guides + consultation links Join me LIVE every Tuesday from 4 - 4:30 PM PT for a free Q&A session! I answer your biggest Green Card & Immigration questions LIVE! ⚖️ Want personalized legal help? 📞 Contact us here → JQKLaw.com/Contact 📌 Important: This is for general education only. Every case is different. Consult an attorney for personal advice. Attorney advertisement. Laws may change. 📥 Download it here → JQKLaw.com/Citizenship 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6108637424779264

    32 min

  5. May 17

    Can Parents of U.S. Citizens Stay and Get a Green Card?

    Can parents of U.S. citizens apply for a green card inside the United States? In this video, immigration lawyer John Khosravi explains the adjustment of status process for parents of U.S. citizens, including concerns about tourist visas, overstays, immigrant intent, required documents, affidavit of support requirements, health and background issues, advance parole travel, and common mistakes families make during the process. Learn the biggest risks, practical challenges, and what families should prepare for before filing. If you are considering sponsoring your parents for a green card, this video provides important guidance to help you better understand the process. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction – Adjustment of Status for Parents of U.S. Citizens 0:50 Parents Visiting on Tourist Visas Wanting to Stay Permanently (Adjustment of Status and overstaying visa) 1:56 Documents and other issues 3:13 Financial Sponsorship & Affidavit of Support Requirements 4:00 Common Emotional Challenges Parents Face During the Process 4:18 Risks of Leaving the U.S. While the Case Is Pending and Advance Parole Travel Permission 5:16 Final Advice for Families Planning Adjustment of Status 5:24 How to Schedule a Consultation with JQK Law 👉 [FREE E-book] Ultimate Marriage Green Card Guide Download the No-Cost Guide here: https://www.MarriageImmigrationLaw.com ⚖️ Thinking of getting a lawyer? Schedule a consultation with me!  (Fees apply.) GO HERE: JQKLaw.com/Contact 🔥 Got burning Immigration questions? Catch my LIVE Q&A, Tuesdays @ 4-4:30 PM Pacific Time on: 📤 Share this video: https://youtu.be/QEAPVUWB1XA Consult with an attorney in private about your case. This is general education only. Results vary. This is an attorney advertisement. Information is subject to change. #greencard #adjustmentofstatus #uscitizen #immigrationlaw #familyimmigration #parentgreencard #uscis #touristvisa #immigrationlawyer #johnkhosravi #jqlaw #usimmigration #greencardprocess #familybasedimmigration #immigrationhelp #USCIS #GreenCard #ImmigrationNews #ImmigrationLawyer

    6 min

  6. May 14

    Traveling on an Employment-Based Adjustment Green Card Pending? What H-1B & L-1 Families Must Know

    If you have a pending I-485 employment-based green card case, traveling outside the U.S. can carry serious risks if not handled correctly. In this video, immigration attorney John Khosravi from JQK Immigration Law Firm explains what H-1B, H-4, L-1, and L-2 visa holders must understand before leaving the country, how Advance Parole (Form I-131) works, and why timing and strategy are critical to avoid abandoning your green card case or losing your visa status. You'll also learn about expedite options, emergency travel requests, and how employment-based families can protect their case while planning necessary travel. 👉 [FREE E-book] Ultimate Marriage Green Card Guide Download the No-Cost Guide here: https://www.MarriageImmigrationLaw.com ⚖️ Thinking of getting a lawyer? Schedule a consultation with me!  (Fees apply.) GO HERE: JQKLaw.com/Contact Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction: Who this video is for (I-485 pending + travel concerns) 0:16 – Risk of leaving the U.S. while I-485 is pending 0:54 – Adjustment of Status (I-485) vs Consular Processing (DS-260) 1:24 – Why people file Adjustment of Status (work permit, portability, etc.) 1:32 – When you may need to travel during a pending case 1:46 – Dual intent visas (H-1B, H-4, L-1, L-2) and travel exceptions 1:57 – Advance Parole (Form I-131) explained 2:03 – Delays, expedite requests, and emergency advance parole 2:30 – Risks and discretion in emergency travel approvals 2:37 – What happens if you travel and return with Advance Parole 3:03 – Losing underlying visa status (H-1B / L-1) risks 3:19 – Strategic decision-making: when to apply and when to use Advance Parole 4:01 – Why planning is critical for employment-based green card families 5:02 – Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) overview 5:26 – Final advice and consultation CTA 🔥 Got burning Immigration questions? Catch my LIVE Q&A, Tuesdays @ 4-4:30 PM Pacific Time on: 📤 Share this video: https://youtu.be/2UarJwPJuRc Consult with an attorney in private about your case. This is general education only. Results vary. This is an attorney advertisement. Information is subject to change. #i485 #greencard #adjustmentofstatus #h1bvisa #l1visa #advanceparole #usimmigration #immigrationlaw #jqklaw #employmentbasedgreencard #uscis #greencardprocess #immigrationupdate #travelwarning #USCIS #GreenCard #ImmigrationNews #ImmigrationLawyer

    6 min

  7. May 13

    #333 LIVE U.S. Immigration Q&A - May 12, 2026

    💍 Applying for a Marriage Green Card? Start with our FREE step-by-step guide! 📥 Download it here → MarriageImmigrationLaw.com ⚖️ US Naturalization (Citizenship) GUIDE! 📥 Download it here → JQKLaw.com/Citizenship 🔹 Have Immigration Questions? Join me LIVE every Tuesday from 4 - 4:30 PM PT for a free Q&A session! I answer your biggest Green Card & Immigration questions LIVE! ⚖️ Want personalized legal help? 📞 Contact us here → JQKLaw.com/Contact 📌 Important: This is for general education only. Every case is different. Consult an attorney for personal advice. Attorney advertisement. Laws may change. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6108637424779264

    31 min

  8. May 10

    Employment-Based Green Card Consular Processing: What You Must Know Before Your Embassy Interview

    If you have an approved I-140 and are pursuing your employment-based green card (EB-1, EB-2, or EB-3) through consular processing at a U.S. embassy, there are critical steps and pitfalls you need to know before moving forward. Immigration Attorney John Khosravi of JQK Law breaks down the National Visa Center process, why the Affidavit of Support is NOT required for most employment-based cases, how to properly complete the DS-260, why mailing documents is still required as of April 2026, how to protect aging-out children under CSPA, and what to expect after your embassy interview including administrative processing, the DS-5535, and current travel ban risks. Prepare smarter and avoid costly delays.  👉 [FREE E-book] Ultimate Marriage Green Card Guide Download the No-Cost Guide here: https://www.MarriageImmigrationLaw.com Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction & Who This Video Is For 0:30 What Is Consular Processing? 0:45 National Visa Center & Document Checklist 1:00 Affidavit of Support — Not Required for Most EB Cases 1:30 Form DS-260 & Why You Must Mail Documents (April 2026) 2:00 Documentary Qualification (DQ) Explained 2:15 Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) — Act Fast 3:00 How to Complete the DS-260 Correctly 3:30 Embassy Interview Wait Times by Country 3:50 Travel Bans & Administrative Processing Risks 4:10 Form DS-5535 & What They May Ask For 4:45 Prepare Documents in Advance 5:00 Schedule a Consultation — JQKLaw.com/contact ⚖️ Thinking of getting a lawyer? Schedule a consultation with me!  (Fees apply.) GO HERE: JQKLaw.com/Contact 🔥 Got burning Immigration questions? Catch my LIVE Q&A, Tuesdays @ 4-4:30 PM Pacific Time on: 📤 Share this video: https://youtu.be/JKjaj_pKIyo Consult with an attorney in private about your case. This is general education only. Results vary. This is an attorney advertisement. Information is subject to change. #ConsularProcessing #EmploymentBasedGreenCard #ImmigrationLaw #GreenCard #EB1 #EB2 #EB3 #I140 #DS260 #NationalVisaCenter #EmbassyInterview #ImmigrationAttorney #JQKLaw #USImmigration #AdministrativeProcessing #DS5535 #CSPA #TravelBan #GreenCardProcess #VisaInterview #USCIS #GreenCard #ImmigrationNews #ImmigrationLawyer

    5 min
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U.S. Immigration Law Questions from Listeners living across the world. Every Tuesday at 5 PM Pacific. On: TikTok: ImmigrationLawyerJohn Email Me Directly - Info@jqklaw.com Consult with an attorney in private about your case. This is general education only. Results Vary. This is an attorney advertisement. #Immigration #GreenCard #Citizenship

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