Legal Question in Immigration Law in Kentucky

Residency through marraige

What would be the process for obtaining residency when married to a US citizen if I have been in the country for over 10 years?


Asked on 1/20/09, 7:43 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys

Rebecca White Law Office of Rebecca White

Re: Residency through marraige

I will need to know whether you entered the US legally on a visa or not ten years ago first. Please email or call my office to set a time to talk.

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Answered on 1/20/09, 8:46 pm
Melina Merino Attorney Melina Merino

Re: Residency through marraige

It will depend on how you entered the USA. If the last time you entered you were inspected by an immigration officer, came legally (with a visa) and have proof of that legal entry, you may be able to adjust status and become a legal permanent resident while remaining in the USA. If you do not have proof of a legal entry, you will have to complete the process abroad. However, since you have remained in the USA illegally for more than a year, if you were to leave, you would not be able to come back in 10 years. Your spouse would have to submit a waiver of inadmissibility, which would have to be approved by the consulate abroad in order for you to be able to come back to the USA. If you have any questions or would like to discuss further, feel free to contact me. We offer free initial consultations to Law Guru users. Good luck!

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Answered on 1/20/09, 9:21 pm
Marc Seguinot Seguinot & Associates, P.C.

Re: Residency through marraige

Depends on whether you entered the U.S. legally or illegally; also, when did you marry? If you have been married for some time to a U.S. citizen, why have you delayed process for obtaining lawful permanent residence? If you contact my office, I can get all the facts and discuss possible options. Good luck.

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Answered on 1/21/09, 10:34 am
Michael Cho Law Offices of Michael Cho

Re: Residency through marraige

This depends on how you first entered the U.S. (legally or illegally).

Free, comprehensive information can be found on my web site at http://www.msclaw. Or you may contact me for a free consultation.

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Answered on 1/21/09, 12:19 pm


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