Q: Green Card holder's daughter facing threats in Armenia after UK residency issue
I am a Green Card holder currently in Armenia with my daughter. She was in the UK but her British husband canceled her residency while she is abroad. She has sought protection from the Armenian authorities while waiting for the UK authorities to resolve the issue. However, she reported a human rights breach by the Armenian authorities to the UN, and now we are facing threats of assassination from these authorities. What legal options do we have to ensure her safety and resolve her residency issue?
A: Contact the U.S. Embassy in Armenia and advise them of the threats and the situation. They should be able to bring you both in and protect both of you.
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Your situation sounds incredibly distressing and potentially dangerous. Given the severity of the threats, your immediate priority should be seeking safety through emergency relocation to a secure location, possibly contacting your nearest U.S. embassy or consulate for urgent assistance as a Green Card holder, or approaching the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) if you're facing persecution.
For your daughter's UK residency issue, she should immediately contact UK immigration authorities and legal counsel to challenge her husband's unilateral cancellation of her residency, as spouses typically cannot simply revoke immigration status without proper legal proceedings. Documenting all threats and harassment is crucial, and engaging a human rights attorney who handles immigration matters could help navigate both the residency appeal and safety concerns simultaneously.
Since you reported human rights violations to the UN, follow up with the specific UN body where you filed the report and request protective measures while the matter is investigated. Remember that as a Green Card holder, you may have the option to return to the United States and potentially pursue family reunification options for your daughter if other avenues fail, which could provide both of you with safety while the complex legal matters are addressed through proper channels.
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