What You Should Know About Marriage Fraud
As a Miami immigration lawyer and an Austin immigration lawyer, I represent many immigrants who are applying for their green cards based on a marriage to United States citizen. Every couple in which a U.S. citizen marries and sponsors a noncitizen for an immigrant... Living Abroad and Applying for a Marriage-based Visa
As a Miami immigration lawyer, I have often represented individuals who are applying for a marriage-based visa while living abroad. If you are a U.S. citizen living abroad (or you are a U.S. green card holder traveling abroad for an extended period of time), and you...
Applying for a Marriage-Based Green Card When Your Spouse is a Permanent Resident
As a Miami immigration lawyer, I have spoken with some individuals who are applying for a green card (lawful permanent residence) based on marriage to a permanent resident (green card holder). Sometimes, these applicants want to know if they can avoid the Visa...
What Happens When Your Marriage-Based Adjustment of Status is Denied
As a Miami immigration lawyer, I have consulted with individuals who have had their fiancé or spouse petitions approved (Form I-129F or I-130), but their application for adjustment of status (Form I-485) denied. Obviously, this is a disheartening development for...