Recently my I-829 was denied after pending for multiple years. I have not received an NTA yet.
1. Why have I not received an NTA? Is this a good or bad thing?
2. Am I still considered a permanent resident and can continue to work at this point? When is my PR status taken away, upon issuance of NTA, or when IJ orders deportation? Really worried about my employment.
3. I have read something called Cancellation of Removal on this forum and think I qualify (e.g. PR status for 5+ years, no crimes, etc.) Is this a possible solution?
Answers
Bernard P Wolfsdorf
Immigration attorneysIf the I-829 is denied, you can renew the application in removal proceedings. But getting a hearing is another matter because they are not ordinarily issuing NTAs. So you can try and file a motion to reopen, but without compelling evidence, that will not succeed. You are a permanent resident until the Judge orders you removed and technically entitled to temporary stamps, but if you travel abroad, CBP may issue an NTA when you try to reenter. Cancellation may be an option if you have sufficient accrued time before the NTA is issued.
Raymond Lahoud
Immigration attorneysIt is important that you contact immigration counsel immediately.
Belma Demirovic Chinchoy
Immigration attorneysSorry to hear about the I-829 denial. NTAs are delayed across the country and particularly in large metropolitan areas. You will receive it, eventually, and its timing is not a reflection of your case. My advice to you is to get an immigration attorney immediately - possibly two; you need counsel to represent you in immigration court and you need an EB-5 attorney to advise on the possibility of I-829 renewal. Some attorneys represent clients in court and understand EB-5 but those are few and far in between (I personally partner with a removal attorney for these cases). The removal attorney can advise you regarding cancellation. Good luck!
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