QUESTION
Can I marry an US citizen as soon as I enter in the US on a F-1 visa, and not enroll in school?
Asked on May 09th, 2018 on Immigration - Florida
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Hello, I would like to know if it is possible to get married as soon as I enter the US on a F-1 visa and not enroll in the school that I was admitted applying instead for change of status. My original plan was to attend this school, but after my fiancé got a new job in a different city I am not considering staying in different locations.
1 ANSWER
The issue of immigrant intent on entering the US is an issue that DHS takes very seriously. If you intend to enter the country on a student visa, but conceal your real intent , which is entering the country to marry an American Citizen, you may be committing immigration fraud. Your safest and best bet would be to retain Immigration counsel here in Florida to make certain that your application is processed correctly.
Answered on May 09th, 2018 at 9:25 AM