Q: Best way for Russian to seek asylum in America
My girlfriend is Russian and recently left Russia and is now staying in the country of Georgia. She left to keep her 17 year old son (he turns 18 in April, 2023) from being forced into the Russian military and war. She has communicated with people who have gone to Mexico and crossed the San Ysidro border. I would pick them up and help them get a lawyer and deal with the process after that. We also may consider marriage but are not at that point yet and I know the wait for a fiance visa is 15 months at this time. Is there a better way to legally cross the border for them (she does not want to come illegally). Would the border at Nogales be a better option? Would they both be able to claim asylum since she essentially sneaked her son out of the country and he is avoiding military service there for personal beliefs?
A:
The most legally appropriate method would be discussing all critical issues confidentially, fully and clearly with an experienced immigration attorney familiar with Russia, its political situation, asylum law and family-based adjustment of status.
It is imperative to receive a legally accurate, solid and cost efficient option.
You may know by now, that there are a number of legally applicable options for the above situation.
However, given extremely sensitive and personal nature of each issue, you must discuss these issues directly with a reputable immigration attorney who practices in the area of immigration laws involving Russian nationals and has an excellent record of successful cases.
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