Santa Monica, CA asked in Immigration Law for California

Q: Hi there. I just wanted to ask about travelling in the US.

My husband and I are due to take a plane trip next month. However I'm concerned as the only form of id I have is my passport and at the time we travel my visa will have expired. My husband is a US citizen and we've filed the paperwork for my Greencard. Someone I spoke to told me I would not have a problem because I am what is known as "pending status" so all I would need to do is bring along the receipts to show I've submitted my Greencard application. They also said that I would be ok because the passport itself has not expired. But I would just like to ask a lawyer to be safe.

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Tanvir Joshi
Tanvir Joshi
Answered
  • Immigration Law Lawyer
  • Fresno, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: Disclaimer: The following advice is for informational purposes only and should NOT be relied on as legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is formed through these questions and answers. Check our website http://www.joshilawfirm.com to contact us and discuss your case in detail.

More facts are necessary to give you exact answer.

Generally, if the US spouse has filed I-130 and I-485 adjustment of status packet, the alien spouse may stay in the U.S. pending decision on her application.

It is a bit difficult to determine from your question if that is what has been filed for you by your husband without more facts. I would recommend you should consult an attorney to be sure if you should travel.

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