Legal Question in Immigration Law in Florida

If I work (as an F-1 student) on SSN that is DHS authorized only, and I work and get paid for, will that affect me getting permanent residency if I get married with a US citizen. Prior working I need to fill-out an independent contract and W-9 form.


Asked on 2/18/16, 10:09 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Marlene Hemmings Marlene Hemmings, Attorney at Law

If you are on OPT or CPT, you are only supposed to work for the designated employer. However, it will not be a bar to adjustment if you are petitioned by a U.S. citizen spouse at a later date. It can, however, be a bar to adjustment if you are petitioned by an employer.

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Answered on 2/18/16, 12:49 pm


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