Legal Question in Immigration Law in Virginia

Divorce and Residency

I have a friend who would like to get a divorce and they have their 10 year unconditional residence card, but wonders if this will effect their status.


Asked on 11/30/06, 11:41 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Jorge Acosta Acosta Law Firm, P.A.

Re: Divorce and Residency

The condition for marriage to a US Citizen is only 2 years. If he received his legal residence the fact that his card expires in 10 years does not mean that his legal residence expires. He only has to renew it to receive a new card. He can get a divorce which will not affect his legal status.

What he should be considering is becoming a US Citizen to avoid all of these problems.

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Answered on 11/30/06, 12:17 pm


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