Legal Question in Immigration Law in California

My boyfriend came here legally on a work and student visa about 9 years ago. He over stayed his time and did not renew his visa. What are our options? If we were to get married, would he be deported to go through a process or would he be allowed to stay in the US during the process because he came here legally?


Asked on 10/27/10, 8:06 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Michael Cho Law Offices of Michael Cho

Assuming he merely overstayed and had no other criminal/immigration violations, he would be able to stay in the US while adjusting his status to permanent resident through marriage to a US citizen.

You may find out more about the process as well as my services here:

http://www.msclaw.com/Green_Card_for_Spouse/What_are_the_lega_requirementsGC.html

You can also contact me for a free consultation here:

http://www.msclaw.com/Consultation_Request.html

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Answered on 11/01/10, 8:16 am
Ajay Arora Ajay K. Arora, Attorney-at-Law, P.C.

Hi,

After marriage, all sponsorship paperwork can be filed concurrently, and your husband will be able to adjust status within the U.S. without having to depart the U.S. since he initially entered the U.S. legally. Additional information is here: www.h1b1.com/Uscitizen.htm

You can call our law firm at 212-268-3580 during business hours, or email [email protected] for guidance.

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Answered on 11/01/10, 8:17 am


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