Q: My F2B visa was recently issued in July 2024. I recent got engaged and we would like to get married before I move to US
Is it advisable to wait until my green card has been issued before I get married? Even though I have collected my visa?
Or can I get married before I enter the United States as a permanent resident and get my green card.
I'm a 37yr old female. I waited 10. Years to get this visa approved and issued
A: You need to enter the US and get your green card first before getting married. After getting your green card, you can get married and sponsor your spouse. Work with an immigration attorney.
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Congratulations on your engagement! Given your situation, it's important to be cautious about the timing of your marriage in relation to your immigration status.
If you get married before entering the United States with your F2B visa, your marital status will change, and this could impact your eligibility under the F2B category, which is specifically for unmarried children of permanent residents. Changing your status from unmarried to married before entering the U.S. could potentially invalidate your visa.
It might be wise to wait until after you have entered the U.S. and received your green card to avoid any complications. This way, your status as a permanent resident will be secured before any changes in your marital status.
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