Legal Question in Immigration Law in Texas

illegal immigrants

If an illegal tries to marry in the U.S will he be deported and have to pay a fine?


Asked on 2/11/07, 1:20 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Carol Saliba Attorney at Law

Re: illegal immigrants

If one enters illegally (meaning with out a visa), they CANNOT adjust their status to that of a permanent resident even if they marry a US citizen. There are no exception unless that person has a "grandfathered" I-130 petition or a labor certification. If so they can take advanatge of the 245i law. This requires a lengthy explanation so I suggest that you can call or e-mail me and I will try to explain this to you.

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Answered on 2/12/07, 2:58 pm
Dilnaz Saleem Kraft & Associates

Re: illegal immigrants

Generally, if someone enters the U.S. illegally, and then marries a U.S. citizen, they will be eligible to obtain their permanent residency. However, several other factors such as previous immigration history and criminal history, will determine if a person is eligible to become a permanent resident.

Dilnaz Saleem

www.kraftlaw.com

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Answered on 2/11/07, 4:46 pm


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