Legal Question in Immigration Law in California

Since you initially entered the U.S. legally, all sponsorship paperwork can be filed concurrently and you can adjust status based on marriage to a U.S. citizen.

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

If you are eligible for adjustment of status and not "inadmissible", then it could take from 4 to 7 months (provided that you have properly applied, and the USCIS has no reasons to delay your case or request any additional documents).

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Good Afternoon,

As an immediate relative petition would be filed for you it will be possible to apply for permanent residence while still in the U.S. which is a major advantage. If this were not the case you would have to process through the consulate and would then be penalized with a 10 year bar. It is important to note that the 10 year bar will come into play if you leave the U.S. prior to completing your green card process.

Please feel free to contact us for case specific assistance as we have offices in San Jose and Salinas California.

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Regards,

Hendrik Pretorius

Attorney at Law

Pretorius Law Firm

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If you originally entered the U.S. legally, you may still be eligible for adjustment of status through marriage to a U.S. citizen. Assuming there are no delays, your petition may be processed within 6 to 7 months after filing. I recommend that you consult with an experienced immigration attorney to make sure you are eligible and there are no road blocks to your adjustment. Please contact my office for a free consultation. (888) 565-9993 or email at [email protected].