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Aisha Ali

Posted 4 months ago

User
What happens if someone’s immigrant visa petition is approved but they remain outside the U.S. for more than one year without applying for the visa?
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Baltazaar Tirado

Answered 4 months ago

User

The petition may be considered abandoned and require re-filing.

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Coleen Harper

Answered 4 months ago

User

The National Visa Center may terminate the case unless a valid reason is provided.

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Robin Moore

Answered 4 months ago

User

A new affidavit of support may be needed if the sponsor’s circumstances change.

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