Q: Can my husband travel in the US with an expired visa?
My husband entered the US on a K1 visa. We got married before the 90 day deadline and have recently filed for a change of status/green card. While we are waiting on the COS can he travel within the US on a expired visa?
A:
Yes you husband maybe able to travel inside the US while waiting for his adjustment of status. It is best if he carries a copy of the documents related to AOS in his travels. If you have more questions feel free to talk to an attorney in private. Many immigration attorneys including me offer free consultations, make use of the consultations.
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A: Yes. When you filed for the adjustment of status, did you happen to apply for work authorization or a travel document? If so, he will should get an ID card 3-4 months after you file. Then he can get a social security card and driver's license. If he applied for a travel document (called advance parole) he can actually leave the country! (But talk to a lawyer before he leaves, of course. I tend to advise clients to keep any such trips short and only go where you indicated on your advance parole application. Also, he cannot leave the country without first obtaining advance parole or he abandons he residency). Good luck!
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