If your foreign spouse married you in the United States; entered illegally without a visa; and is currently in the United States, it is probable that they could not file an application to adjust their status with the USCIS to become a lawful permanent resident (‘green card’ holder). Rather, s/he would most likely be required… Read More
Marriage
What if a foreign spouse entered the United States on a visa waiver and overstayed?
If your foreign spouse married you in the United States; entered on a visa waiver and overstayed; and is currently in the United States, it is possible that they could remain and file an application to adjust status with the USCIS to become a lawful permanent resident (‘green card’ holder). A review of the facts… Read More
What if a foreign spouse entered the United States on a visa waiver?
If your foreign spouse married you in the United States; entered on a visa waiver; and is currently in the United States it is possible that s/he could remain and file an application to adjust status with the USCIS to become a lawful permanent resident (‘green card’ holder). A review of the facts of the… Read More
What if a foreign spouse entered the United States using another type of visa and has overstayed?
If your foreign spouse married you in the United States; entered and overstayed the visa; and is currently in the United States, it is possible that s/he could remain and file an application to adjust status with the USCIS to become a lawful permanent resident (‘green card’ holder). A review of the facts of the… Read More
What if a foreign spouse entered the United States prior to marriage?
If your foreign spouse married you in the United States; entered on a non-immigrant visa; and is currently in the United States, it is possible that s/he could remain and file an application to adjust status with the USCIS to become a lawful permanent resident (‘green card’ holder). A review of the facts of the… Read More
Can a foreign spouse apply for a tourist visa instead of an immigrant visa?
Yes. In order for a tourist visa to be issued, however, the United States embassy or consulate officer must be convinced that the foreign spouse intends to return to their country after the visit to the United States. The pending immigrant visa application indicates that the foreign spouse intends to live permanently in the United… Read More
Can a foreign spouse apply for a tourist visa while an immigrant visa is pending?
Yes. In order for a tourist visa to be issued, however, the United States embassy or consulate officer must be convinced that the foreign spouse intends to return to their country after the visit to the United States. The pending immigrant visa application indicates that the foreign spouse intends to live permanently in the United… Read More
Can my foreign spouse’s child(ren) obtain a social security number after entering the United States?
Yes. Upon entry into the United States, your foreign spouse’s child(ren) are permanent residents. The foreign spouse’s child(ren) will receive a social security number.
Can my foreign spouse obtain a social security number after entry into the United States?
Yes. Upon entry into the United States, your foreign spouse is a permanent resident. Your foreign spouse will receive a social security number.
Can a foreign spouse’s child(ren) work legally after entering the United States?
Yes. Upon entry into the United States, the foreign spouse’s child(ren) is a permanent resident. The foreign spouse’s child(ren) will receive a social security number and can begin to work legally.