Marriage is generally the easiest and fastest way to get a green card. Others get green cards through employment, investment, asylum, etc. He should meet with an immigration attorney to go over his alternatives.

Yes, once you are married, your wife can apply for a J-2 visa.

As a green card holder, you can sponsor your wife for a green card. However, the waiting time for the wife of a permanent resident to get a green card is about 2 years.

Can a permanent resident get a visa for his or her spouse? The answer is yes, foreign spouses of U.S. green card holders... View More

More information is needed. Are you a naturalized U. S. Citizen? If not, is this an administrative or punitive discharge? A punitive discharge can lead to removal (deportation) proceedings. Again, a court martial is considered a conviction that can lead to deportation. As a result, I strongly... View More

Yes you can sell your personal property on line without offending your immigration status. However, you may have a duty to report this income to the IRS. Please consult with a tax specialist on what is required to remain in compliance with tax law.

Hello... check with your local county clerk on the marriage licence requirements in your state. In regards to your immigration question, generally you can petition for your spouse as an immediate relative; however, whether he can adjust within the US or apply for his green card at the consulate... View More

Generally, any state in the US will recognize a valid marriage that occurred in another state or in another country. So, yes, you are considered married here. however, I do not know what the immigration consequences of your situation are.

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answered on Nov 28, 2017

Unfortunately, under Colorado law, you likely do not have what's called "standing," meaning the legal right to seek custody of the child, given that he is in the care of a parent. Grandparents or great grandparents could potentially seek grandparent visitation, but aunts and uncles... View More

As a lawful permanent resident, you can file a petition for your husband to immigrate to the United States. It takes longer than if you were a citizen, but it is possible.

When you become a US citizen, you are foreswearing allegiance to you previous country of citizenship; the U. S. doesn’t recognize dual citizenship after the age of 18. Plenty of people carry two passports, however—a U. S. passport and one from their native country. You should check with the... View More

A consult with an immigration attorney is warranted in your case.

Someone coming to the US as a tourist implies that his visit is temporary in nature and it is for tourism or business. Getting married on a tourist visa can raise a suspicion of visa fraud.

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It depends upon the evidence presented and the discretion of the USCIS, which may demand more evidence or insist upon an interview, among other evidence that has yet to be provided. If he is somehow inadmissible, based upon his past, he may be placed in deportation/removal proceedings. Some who... View More

You have to file a pleading in replevin and pay the filing fees, if any. Then you have to serve him the pleadings according to the rules of civil procedure. I would recommend speaking to an animal law attorney to assist you with this.

Directly agreeing or disagreeing with your question would create an attorney-client relationship, so a direct answer cannot be provided. However, your reasoning seems sound. If you do select "yes" might want to note that the divorce filing was disclosed during the interview.

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No, that is discrimination based upon alienage. This is a violation of your civil rights. First, work with the State of Colorado. This is the website to file a civil rights complaint with Colorado. https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dora/civil-rights/filing-a-charge

Due to Congressional... View More

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answered on Jun 28, 2017

This is an immigration question and you should definitely consult with an immigration attorney.

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answered on Jun 21, 2017

If your question tied into options related to the marriage and ending it, you would need to file for divorce. It looks like your question ties more into immigration law. You should repost it in the immigration section of the website.

No, its not unlawful, because it is not your job to enforce the immigration laws. You are barred from demanding a green card or proof of U. S. Citizenship from anyone who is interested in renting from you. If you do, then this can be considered discrimination, which is a violation of the U. S.... View More

Definitely, your U. S. Citizen wife. Your son may be forced to wait many years, since your petition will be subject to a quota. She should file as soon as possible, since processing can take over a year through both USCIS and the State Department's National Visa Center. You should also... View More

Independently an EAD does not allow re-entry to the US. The visa attached to the EAD will determine re-entry. Since you are appealing your denied asylum application I assume that you have an attorney. If not, you are highly encouraged to seek an immigration attorney.