Legal Question in Immigration Law in California

My boyfriend came to the US from Russia with a visa(not sure what kind) at the age of 6. They(his family) applied for permanent residence after the 2 years expired and their papers have been pending for nearly 17 years. He is now 23 and is no longer considered in his parent's case. When he checks online for his residency status, it is the level before resident with his status pending. He cannot obtain a real job or leave the country for vacation. Is this 17 year pending status usual for these kinds of cases? Is marrying me(a US citizen) or filing for asylum his only options?


Asked on 9/13/11, 12:38 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
Joseph La Costa Joseph La Costa, Attorney at Law

Besides marriage may still be able to use parents paperwork

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Answered on 9/13/11, 11:39 am
Seeta Nangia Law Offices of Seeta Nangia

No, it is not normal for a case to be pending for 17 years. Your boyfriend should have an immigration attorney follow up with what is going on, if anything, with his case. Depending on the facts of his, he may have other options besides getting permanent residency through marriage. He should only apply for asylum if he has a bona fide claim and is fearful of returning to Russia. Please feel free to contact me at [email protected] or 415-273-9123 for further assistance.

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Seeta L. Nangia, Esq.

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Answered on 9/19/11, 2:47 pm


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