Can I marry a Chinese student on a F1 visa

There is nothing precluding an individual from marrying a student on an F-1 visa, and having her send out the OPT prior to the marriage is probably a good idea as it gives options in the event that something goes wrong with your application process.Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.