Legal Question in Immigration Law in Alabama
"Immigration"
If a person marries an illegal alien who has a temporary Visa, how long does the couple have to stay married before they can divorce?
Asked on 9/08/99, 12:15 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Matthew Bernstein
Law Office of Chicago Kent College of Law
Re:
Your question requires more information in order to be properly answered. If the couple married in good faith, have substantial evidence of a shared life together, etc., and things did not work out, or if the U.S. Citizen spouse has been abusive, the alien may still have a remedy to allow them to remove their conditional status or apply for permanent residency. They should consult with a competent immigration lawyer to discuss their options.
Answered on 9/08/99, 7:36 pm