Legal Question in Immigration Law in New York

I am a US citizen, my wife came here inspected, but has not maintained her legal status for the last 9 years. We have been married for 9 years, she was always on my taxreturn. Can I apply for change of status for her?


Asked on 1/07/12, 6:21 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Ajay Arora Ajay K. Arora, Attorney-at-Law, P.C.

Hi,

As your wife has entered the U.S. legally, even if her visa status has subsequently expired, she can be sponsored and adjust status in the U.S. Additional information is here: www.h1b1.com/Uscitizen.htm

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Answered on 1/08/12, 5:30 am
Mercy Sequeira Law Office of Mercy Sequeira

Your wife was inspected and so can apply for an adjustment of status here. My offices routinely files these applications. You can call me at 408 245 2416 or send me an email to [email protected].

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Answered on 1/13/12, 1:49 pm


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