Legal Question in Immigration Law in California
marriage to foreigner
i want to marry a woman from canada. if she is here in the us now and we get married , what is our next step. what forms do we need to submit. im not getting much help from homeland security's websit.....thanks
6 Answers from Attorneys
Re: marriage to foreigner
The basic applications are Forms I-130 and I-485. However, there are so many documents to be filed in support of those forms, such as birth certificates, marriage certificate, tax documents, Affidavit of Support, photos, joint bills, etc. to prove a real marriage that I highly recommend you employ the services of an immigration attorney. Even seemingly straightforward cases can run into problems that delay them for years.
Am I biased toward recommending that you hire an attorney? Sure. I got nothing against self-help, but I (and I'm sure every immigration attorney) have seen too many self-prepared cases go wrong when they could have been better.
Larry L. Doan, Esq.
(Straight-talk on Immigration Law at www.GuruImmigration.com)
Re: marriage to foreigner
I'm not surprised. If it 's routine, there are a number of forms, medical exam, photographs, tax return, letter, bank statement, certificates (birth, marriage and divorce, if applicable) that are needed. If it's not routine, then the nuances and requirements can vary quite a bit.
I would be happy to help you out if you contact me offline. Check me out at http://www.yardum-hunter.com or email me at [email protected].
Alice M. Yardum-Hunter, Attorney at Law, Certified Specialist, Immigration & Nationality Law, State Bar of CA, Bd. of Legal Specialization
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Re: marriage to foreigner
Your matter is complex and you should get an attorney. If you are located in Southern California, you can email me your contact info, so we can discuss your particular situation. There is no charge for consultation
Re: marriage to foreigner
Your matter is complex and you should get an attorney. If you are located in Southern California, you can email me your contact info, so we can discuss your particular situation. There is no charge for consultation
Re: marriage to foreigner
Your matter is complex and you should get an attorney. If you are located in Southern California, you can email me your contact info, so we can discuss your particular situation. There is no charge for consultation
Re: marriage to foreigner
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