Seeking a new life in America

[zarya0]

I am very sorry for being so confusing about the whole thing. My father had green card and his spouse and kids (along with me had AA-3 AA-1 accordingly).

Maybe should take a quick call to the consulate.

Please tell me your thoughts and tips on all this. It's greatly appreciated.

[Fatbrit]

Originally Posted by zarya0

I am very sorry for being so confusing about the whole thing. My father had green card and his spouse and kids (along with me had AA-3 AA-1 accordingly).

Maybe should take a quick call to the consulate.

Please tell me your thoughts and tips on all this. It's greatly appreciated.

Looks like an immigrant visa to me. Read the stamps in your passport -- the one from when you first arrived in the US.

[zarya0]

Old passports can be a hard thing to track down, I actually did not get a passport of my own until I was 16 or 17 years old. I always traveled on my mothers or fathers passport. (When going to and back from the US) Both their passports have been renewed. And the old ones have been delivered back.

[Fatbrit]

Originally Posted by zarya0

Old passports can be a hard thing to track down, I actually did not get a passport of my own until I was 16 or 17 years old. I always traveled on my mothers or fathers passport. (When going to and back from the US) Both their passports have been renewed. And the old ones have been delivered back.

If you were a permanent resident, there will be records.

[zarya0]

And who and where could I check these records?

[Fatbrit]

Originally Posted by zarya0

And who and where could I check these records?

You need a US immigration lawyer, more specifically one specialized in abandonment cases with a proven track record. A good lawyer will give you a consultation at a nominal fee to tell you whether it is worth pursuing. This is not a DIY job!

If you want to DIY, either apply for a returning resident's petition at your local US consulate, or fly to America, tell the POE inspector you are a permanent resident, and s/he'll put you in front of an immigration judge where you can argue your case. With either option, I'd bet money that you'll lose without a professional preparing your case.

[zarya0]

Alright, I've spoked to a magnificent man @ Bernard P. Wolfsdorf in LA. He listened to my story and I might have a chance her guys.

Regarding me not having a green card I am sorry! I do have a green card.. My father has forgotten that I did since it was my mom that took care of these things. (They are divorced now). My green card is of course expired (probably in 2001). I still have a minor chance considering the fact that I'm soon to be 20 years old.

[zarya0]

Alright, I'm trying to find all old school documents. Everything from Preschool to Elementary School. To document my stay. Also I have found all my old school records here in Norway which documents my stay here. I will be calling the consulate this week and find out when I could get an appointment.

I've got an appointment with another attorney today, well more like night for me but it will be nice to get another point of few. Most of the attorney's I've called so far agree that I have a chance.

[badbornc]

I am in Ghana and want to gain a visa to america

[zarya0]

Consider this thread closed as I've gained the knowledge I need to continue my quest ^^.
Thanks again,
Ian