Meela wrote on 09/13/06 20:09:
> I was told that if I left out of San Diego there would be no record of
> me leaving and could get back into the USA no questions asked.
Wrong. That may have worked before 9/11/2001, but not anymore.
> Then I
> found out that I was probably already on record as an "overstay". I
> just don't know what to do. I am desperate to visit home, and also to
> forward my life. But I don't want to leave the USA and then be banned
> from re-entering for up to ten years as I absolutely adore it here and
> couldn't stand to leave for good.
Tough luck. Your only option is to leave and wait 10 years before being allowed
back in.
If some of the current immigration bills should become law, you may be banned
for life.
If you want to have future in the US, don't violate US laws. If you did, take
responsibility for your actions. That's what characterized a mature adult.
-Joe
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I am not a lawyer.
For reliable advice, consult a competent immigration attorney. |