If out of F1 visa status, how much can the form I-130 help, which was filed while still in status?

Question

if you are out of status on an F-1 visa, can a pending I-130 petition keep you in legal status while waiting for approval? The petition was filed while I was still in status. Did not enter illegally and do not have any criminal records, only traffic violations. thanks

Answer 1

No, filing of I-130 does not give you any status.

Can my relative wait in the United States until becoming

a permanent resident?

No. If your relative is outside the United States, filing an I-130 does

not allow your relative to live or work in the United States. An I-130

petition only establishes your relationship with your relative. Your

relative should wait outside the United States to immigrate legally.

If your husband or wife, unmarried child under 21 years, or parent

is already in the United States after having entered legally, they can

apply to adjust their status to permanent resident at the same time

you file I-130 petition.

http://www.uscis.gov/files/article/A1_en...