Legal Question in Immigration Law in New York

Wife illegal

Hi,

I am a permanent resident and eligible for citizenship. My wife, however is here illegally after overstaying her visitor's visa. Will my filing for naturalization have any adverse effect on my wife and her ability to continue to live here until I am able to sponsor her as a citizen? Thanks for your help.


Asked on 6/29/09, 6:38 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Rachel Baskin Rachel Baskin, Attorney at Law

Re: Wife illegal

There should not be any adverse affects with respect to your wife, but you should be sure to indicate that you are married when completing you naturalization application, as well as show that you are paying taxes as a married person (i.e., reporting that you are married on your tax returns for as long as you've been married).

Please note that content of this reply does not constitute legal advice or create an Attorney/Client relationship in the absence of an agreement for legal services/retainer with my office. This is just a place to start in deciding what to ask your lawyer.

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Answered on 6/29/09, 6:42 pm
Luba Smal Smal Immigration Law Office

Re: Wife illegal

After you naturalize and become a USA citizen, she might be able to adjust status (became a permanent resident).

If you require any further assistance, please contact my office at Attorney [@] law-visa-usa.com

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Answered on 6/29/09, 6:43 pm


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