Legal Question in Immigration Law in Massachusetts
Can a person who stayed in the U.S pass their the time on their medical visa still become a U.S. citizen?
Asked on 2/01/12, 10:01 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Dianne Brooks
The Mandel Law Firm
I'm not sure what you mean by a "medical visa" but any time you overstay you accumulate unlawful presence which makes you inadmissible. The only way to obtain a green card and then later naturalize in this instance is if you are petitioned by a U.S. citizen spouse or child.
Answered on 2/01/12, 12:39 pm