Legal Question in Immigration Law in California

I am a permanentresident, if I get married to a foreigner and she stays past her allowed visa and then I become a citizen will she still be able to receive a green card?


Asked on 8/21/14, 8:42 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Marlene Hemmings Marlene Hemmings, Attorney at Law

Yes, as long as you wait to petition her until you become a U.S. citizen. Also keep in mind that until her adjustment of status is filed, she is "illegal" as of the date her admission period ends. During that time, she could be subject to Removal & also cannot legally be employed.

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Answered on 8/21/14, 8:52 am
Rahul Manchanda, Esq. Manchanda Law Office PLLC

Hello - please call my law office at (212) 968-8600 or toll-free at (800) 750-1828. Kind regards, RDM

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Answered on 8/25/14, 12:10 pm


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