what the best way to bring my stepmother from a foreign country?
148857
You need to establish that your stepmother derives a certain percentage of her income from what you or your wife provide/send her.  This makes her a dependent.  It is easier if she is retired or disabled, but be prepared to sign an "affidavit of support", meaning that if she doesn't work in this country, you are legally obligated to pay her way and if she ever goes on unemployment or welfare here, you will face jail time.
928248
For safety sake, I would recommend you have the person meet you in the States, so that if it turns out to be a scam in one way or another, you will be in familiar territory and resources will be available to you.  It will be almost impossible to help you if you meet with this person in a foreign land.\n\nI know that seems very rough and cynical, but it would simply not be prudent to meet a person for the first time in a foreign country where so much can go wrong.  If you must meet someplace outside the States, please make it in a country/city abroad where you know someone who can go with you.  I would hate for something bad to happen to you in a foreign country with nobody to help you.\n\nBest of luck!
990638
You would want to consult with your attorney, but that is almost certainly going to be governed by your specific divorce and custody agreements. I know my wife's agreements with her ex-husband prohibit either of them from moving more than some number of agreed upon miles from the other as long as my stepdaughter is still living with us.
477115
going to another country an make a freind.
630417
i dunno, why don't you bring him/her over to india instead. it's a lot nicer than malaysia i'd say, plus since you're indian, it should be easier for you arrange a visa for her/him.
299948
go to a foreign country.
942578
WOW you stepped in it this time. She is illegal, get her deported and take out an order that stops her from taking your child (an American citizen) you can do that I've seen it done in Virginia. I forget what it is called but if your lawyer doesn't know what to file ask him to ask another lawyer maybe one that has been around a while.
585597
Pray. And realize you can't force her to come home. All you can do is be there for her as a sister and let her make her own mistakes. If you push or manipulate, she won't feel safe in turning to you.\n\nAnd I'll be praying for you as well... :)
570052
of course. as long as you was born here. she would have to geta  spouse visa and they WILL ask alot of personal problems but contact their website and ask them your self. i doubt they wont let her
31300
I agree, give her very little if she is unwilling to be an active participant in your marriage.\n\nShe won't let you see your daughter.\n\nI'd get an emergency child custody order in place.  What she has done may be considered kidnapping.\n\nSpend the money on a lawyer to gain access to your child.\n\nOr better yet, have her bring the child and give her a one-way ticket back to Thailand.\n\nNow that I've given my emotional answer, consult a lawyer for a recommended course of action.
1042028
I think you should talk to the local authorities and tell them what's going on. He sounds abusive; if nothing else controlling. You may even be able to get an interpreter, if necessary, depending on your location. They will likely direct to to your local social services office. They can tell you if you need to and are able to file a protective order (i.e. restraining order).\nIt certainly doesn't sound as if you or your Mother have done anything illegal, and if he is your step father and a U.S citizen, your Mother probably went through INS for a permanent residence card (meaning she's here legally). I hope you two are able to work it out.
479634
The truth is that you can't.  If you move, there is still contact, and it is the contact that is damaging to a relationship.  I moved countries with my ex wife, her family had just as much pull with 5000 miles between them and us as they did when we were there just a few miles away.\n\nTime and bereavements are the only way...\n\nGood luck!
101300
Take a visa to the USA and buy an air ticket. and fly .\ngood luck,\nbut i have i question, if you have to ask how to meet her, then who will help you when you get to start the real work? :)
54044
How about from their parents. I think the best way would be to go visit Asia and get a real feel for their culture.
535953
Take lots of photographs, plan to speak regularly on th phone, plan to mail them things from the new country as surprises so they can find the "fun" side of your being gone, and remember, when you get back, it will be such a glorious reunion!\nPlan to write REAL letters with storie sof what you are seeing---think of yourself as 19th century Englishman\noff to a new place--India or Africa, all you write of will be new to them, newsy to the children, and they will invariably re-read the letters over and over again, \nfor this is what we did in WWII when my Dad was away.\nHe loved our letters and we his.\nThat special bond never diminished.\nYOU can make this a great experience for everyone!\nGood Luck!
1001585
Wow. State Custody may be the best option.\n\nAre there any other family members that will be on the same continent as the mother? I'd suggest they may be good candidates.\n\nWill your sister move to your country?\nYou could all live in the same house and she could earn sweat equity toward rent with you by caring for your home while you work.\n\nShe may just need to let the kids stay with the state until she gets back on her feet -- or should I say on the in the first place!\n\nFoster Parents may be the best option for the kids given all the financial problems, young parents, lack of other immediate family within reasonable proximity!
261733
i usually tell them there's a "responsible" adult there and give them their phone number. bring some of my friends home to get to know my mom. just don't do anything that would get you in major trouble...trust me!