Q: I came to the US when I was 9 with somebody else's papers now I want to get married to my boyfriend who is a resident?
My boyfriend for 10 years, he is now going to file for citizenship and we was planning to get married before doing so, so he can claim me as his wife. Would it be possible to do it this way? We also have a 4 year old together. Thank you
A: the circumstances of your arrival in the USA will determine the route you need to take in order to adjust. I suggest you speak with an experienced immigration attorney who will need more facts in order to advise you.
A: Yes, it is. But not until he is a US citizen. You should consult with an immigration attorney about this however because it isn't a straight forward case. You will need to prove or attempt to prove how you entered, and that may be difficult. Do you have a copy of the passport you entered on? Or at least know how to get a copy?
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