Legal Question in Immigration Law in California

If person came to the U.S. legally with visa but stayd in the U.S. for a longer period of time than was given. If he/she gets married with an U.S. citizen, can he/she obtain citizenchip aswell if claimed by the husband/spouse?


Asked on 5/24/10, 9:50 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys

Charles Medina Law Office of Charles Medina

She/He should apply for a green card first and apply for citizenship later on, if all requirements are met.

We suggest you to consult with an immigration attorney.

You may visit our website at www.medinalawgroup.net. Our telephone number is 714-786-6835 and email is [email protected]. Thank you.

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Answered on 5/25/10, 10:08 am
Ajay Arora Ajay K. Arora, Attorney-at-Law, P.C.

Since initial entry to the U.S. was legal, the spouse being sponsored can adjust status in the U.S. without any penalty fee based on marriage to a U.S. citizen.

Please call our law firm at 212-268-3580 during business hours, or email [email protected] for additional guidance.

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Answered on 5/25/10, 11:11 am
Michael Cho Law Offices of Michael Cho

Yes, after legal entry into the US, marriage to a US citizen would allow that person to file for permanent residence.

You may find detailed information on the process as well as the services offered by my firm here:

http://www.msclaw.com/Why_Choose_MSCandAssociates.html

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Answered on 5/25/10, 2:43 pm
Taraneh Khorrami Law Offices of Taraneh Khorrami, APLC

Yes, you can obtain the permanent residence in the U.S. based on the marriage to a U.S. Citizen if you entered the country legally. You can also apply for the US citizenship later provided that you meet all the requirements.

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Answered on 5/27/10, 10:57 am


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