Legal Question in Immigration Law in Georgia

my name is juan and Im from mexico, my parents bring me with them in1999 iligally and now Im married and try to fix my status, I been married for 2 and a half years with a citizen. my cuestion is : can I fix my status with this inf knowing that I was underage when I cross the border?


Asked on 10/19/09, 8:14 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Luba Smal Smal Immigration Law Office

Most likely, you will have to go back to Mexico and apply for an immigrant visa and a waiver at the US Consulate in C. Juarez. Because you came or were brought to USA illegally (and if no petition was ever filed on your behalf or your parents' behalf), you will not be eligible for an immigration process called "adjustment of status". It's irrelevant that you were a child at the time of illegal entry, under USA immigration laws.

You should not file any petition with the USCIS/DHS until you discuss your situation and legal options with a qualified immigration attorney (not a "notario' or "specialist").

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Answered on 10/25/09, 12:11 am
Michael Cho Law Offices of Michael Cho

You'll likely need to apply for a K-3 spouse visa in conjunction with an immigration waiver.

You may find detailed information on the process here:

http://www.msclaw.com/i-601-unlawful-presence-waiver.html

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Answered on 10/26/09, 6:10 am


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