Motion to Reopen Minnesota Immigration Attorney Malee Ketelsen

A motion to reopen is a type of review procedure, which may be used as an alternative to an appeal in various types of cases, and is governed by local laws that vary by jurisdiction. Such a motion may be used to correct an error of law, an error of interpretation, or simply a wrong decision, instead of a lengthy and expensive appeal that may not be the best option for the client. For example, in immigration law, the officials may allow reopening for adjustment, in the exercise of discretion, when certain conditions are met

If you have an approved immigrant visa petition and are currently residing in the United States, you may be eligible for an adjustment of status.

Adjustment of Status, which is processed through the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) is available only to persons currently living in the U.S.

According to USCIS:

An immigrant is a foreign national who has been granted the privilege of living and working permanently in the United States. You must go through a multi-step process to become an immigrant. In most cases, USCIS must first approve an immigrant petition for you, usually filed by an employer or relative. Then, an immigrant visa number must be available to you, even if you are already in the United States. After that, if you are already in the United States, you may apply to adjust to permanent resident status (If you are outside the United States, you will be notified to go to the local U.S. consulate to complete the processing for an immigrant visa.)

Contact Malee about your adjustment options.

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