- Naturalizing before all derivative family members (spouse and minor children) have arrived in the United States after winning asylum.
- Failure to tell consulate about children born before you immigrate to the US.
- Waiting for your employer to sponsor you rather than self petitioning through a National Interest waiver or extraordinary ability visa.
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Failure to file a mandamus lawsuit to speed up your asylum case.
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Waiting until you are a citizen to petition for your spouse and children.
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Failure to file for parole for your children while your asylum case is pending.
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Failure to update your taxes with the consulate.
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Failure to request an expedite of your case based on family separation.
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Failure to request assistance from your member of congress.
- Leaving the US to obtain your visa at a consulate without ensuring you have all necessary waivers pre-approved and TRIPLE CHECKING whether you're able to adjust in the US.
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