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Residency renewal: Babu needs $500 before the deadline

Babu needs $500 for filing fees and representation in a residency renewal before the May deadline.

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Babu Sohel Howlader
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Siliguri
I'm facing a residency renewal. My hearing is scheduled for May, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $500. I have been told by three legal-aid offices that their waiting list is longer than my deadline. I have all of my paperwork ready, and my caseworker at Siliguri Welcome Centre has confirmed that my case is valid. If I miss the deadline I could lose my right to stay with my family and my job. My children were born here and this is the only home they know. I'll share any non-sensitive updates as the case moves along. The money goes to the immigration attorney's trust account and the court filing office. I'll upload receipts with sensitive details removed. Where the $500 goes: • Attorney retainer: $340 • Filing and biometrics fees: $65 • Certified translations and document copies: $40 • Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $55 Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
#legal#immigration#family

Updates from Babu

  1. Small update. $272 so far, we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. - Babu

  2. Thank you all. We're at 34% now ($172). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the attorney and confirmed the amounts.

  3. Quick update: $157 raised so far (31%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them. - Babu

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  • Teresa Ware🇺🇸Verified donor
    Really cared about my situation

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Paul Clément Noel🇫🇷Verified donor
    Helped when no one else could

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Princess G. Magsaysay🇵🇭Verified helper
    Quick response, great follow-up

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

  • Krit Sakda Kaewkla🇹🇭Verified helper
    Made me feel heard

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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  • Christian Burton

    Wishing you peace, Babu. Shared this with my family. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like.

    • Salvador J. LunaPhoto verified

      Good luck, Babu. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I'll check back for the next update. Blessings

      • Ingrid Otto

        thinking of you and your family, Babu. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did.

        • Getachew Fikru Kassa

          Shared it with a few friends. Wish I lived closer to Lagos so I could bring a meal. All the best

          • Ryan D. Wheeler

            Best of luck, Babu. Your post was clear and honest. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. God bless.

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