What happens when the place you’ve always visited becomes the only place you want to be?
That question became very real for our Nigerian client, who spent years traveling back and forth to the U.S. on a visitor visa—always returning home, but never staying. He came often to be with his elderly mother and his U.S. citizen son, until one day, he realized: it was time to stop leaving.
His journey toward permanent residency began in March 2024, when he last entered the U.S. on a B2 visa. After years of temporary visits and a pending family petition filed by his mother in 2015, he came to our firm in June 2024 seeking a more permanent solution.
We reviewed his case and advised that the petition filed by his mother—while valid—was moving far too slowly to be a viable path. Instead, we recommended starting fresh: his 22-year-old U.S. citizen son could file an immediate relative petition, allowing him to adjust status without leaving the country.
He hired our firm in July 2024. By October, we had filed his adjustment of status package, including a full disclosure of his past visitor visa denial. USCIS responded with a Request for Evidence (RFE) in November, incorrectly stating that the Affidavit of Support did not meet requirements. We swiftly addressed the issue, submitting clear proof that the financial sponsorship was in full compliance.
In June 2025—just eight months after filing—both the I-130 petition and green card were approved.
He is now a lawful permanent resident of the United States, able to remain here permanently with his son and his 82-year-old mother. His days of short visits and long goodbyes are officially behind him.
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P.S. Every case is unique. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Always consult a licensed immigration attorney about your specific situation.
