Fraud allegations in tourist visa/ESTA entrants converting to green card
Discussing allegations of fraud and consequences when a short term visa holder tries to convert to green card or another long term visa from within the US.
Discussing allegations of fraud and consequences when a short term visa holder tries to convert to green card or another long term visa from within the US.
Has USCIS clarified the distinction between unauthorized employment, failure to maintain status, and unlawful presence.
USCIS has provided the following clarification: