Legal Question in Immigration Law in Georgia

Re: Illegal Immigrant Fiance

You may find comprehensive information on applying for permanent residence through marriage to a US citizen here:

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

Please feel free to contact my office if you'd like legal assistance on this matter.

Re: Illegal Immigrant Fiance

He's not illegal, he's an overstay. Pursuant to the Immigration and nationality Act and subject to a determination by an immigration officer, your marriage and subsequent filing for adjustment of status would cure the overstay and he can receive a green card.

Please contact an immigration attorney prior to filing. Please note that attorneys who practice immigration law can practice anywhere in the U.S.

Re: Illegal Immigrant Fiance

If you are a U.S. citizen, you should marry as soon as possible. You will then file a petition for your spouse and, simultaneously, he will file his application for residency and work authorization. Only after he is granted his lawful residency, will he be able to file for citizenship. I suggest you do this promptly as he may be barred for several years if he is picked up and has to leave the country.