Legal Question in Immigration Law in North Carolina
Adjustment of status ?
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My Fiancee's parents came here with her about 15 years ago on a travelers visa. My fiancee has a social security card that says ''not valid for work'', she has her license, and has never been in legal trouble. She also had good grades, and did some volunteer work at the hospital. I will be able to support her with my income once i graduate college this year. The passport she came in with is stamped saying she came in legally. What course of action should we take? Can we go ahead and get a marriage license and have a court room marriage? How do i go about making her a resident; and eventually a citizen? It would tear me apart if she had to leave. Thanks.
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Adjustment of status ?
Hi, it sounds like you are set to get married and I suggest you go ahead and do so since those are legitimate plans. After that you can file what is commonly known in immigration law as a one step which would be your petition for her as your spouse (I am assuming you are a U.S. citizen) and an application for permanent residence. You can also have her apply for work authorization. Hope this helps. If you have any other questions, please contact us by email, we are ocassionally in North Carolina.
Re: Adjustment of status ?
If your fiancee has proof of a legal entrance to the USA, she could be eligible to adjust status through marriage, but we would need more information. You would have to submit a visa petition on her behalf.
I suggest you contact an immigration attorney who can guide you through the process. Feel free to contact me to discuss further in private. We offer free initial consultations to Law Guru users. Good luck!
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