Legal Question in Immigration Law in Maryland

following to join of my spouse

i came here in the states as a nurse since 2002, up to now i'm still adjusting my status for my green card which was filed late 2002. 2004, i got married and my spouse is still in the philippines. my question is, can i file for my spouse's petition now or shall i wait until my green card arrives...what is the best thing to do.


Asked on 2/27/06, 1:44 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Jacob Sapochnick

Re: following to join of my spouse

Hi,

It is very importnat for you to file as soon as possible. BEFORE the I485 is approved. If you wait too long and get the green card, you will be separated from your spouse for 5 years or so. I had a few similar cases and it is important to alert the Immigratrion as soon as possible about the marriage.

Alternatively, if you get your green card approved. We can file a follow to join petition I824 with the Immigration to alert Manila of the new change in your circumstances.

Call or email me if you need help. 619 819 92 04.

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Answered on 2/27/06, 1:50 pm


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