Legal Question in Immigration Law in Texas

No, he doesn't. There is never an automatic grant of an immigrant status.

After marriage, a US citizen spouse can petition for them with the DHS/USCIS.

Only if a foreign spouse is eligible for adjustment of status (green card), can he become a permanent resident without having to leave the USA.

Otherwise, he/she might have to go back to Peru to apply for a visa and a waiver.

A few issues to consider: how did he come to USA, on a visa, what visa, when? Does he have any criminal convictions? etc.

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