QUESTION
Can my wife stay in the US if she is pregnant?
Asked on Nov 27th, 2012 on Immigration - Texas
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I am an American citizen my wife is from Taiwan she came here on a visa that is due to expire in January of 2013, we recently found out that she is pregnant with my child and the thought of her having to leave with my child is putting me under a lot of stress.
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Francis John Cowhig
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Your question requires an attorney consultation. It is not a simple question that can be answered on this type of forum. There are many factors that would need to be considered and evaluated. Have you filed a petition for her yet. If not, why not. I strongly suggest that you contact an experienced immigration attorney for a face-to-face consultation and give him/her all of the facts surrounding your situation. He/she would then be in a better position to analyze your case, advise you of your options and make sure that the necessary paperwork and documentation is presented so as not to delay the process.
Answered on Apr 15th, 2013 at 6:35 AM
Rebecca T White
Have you considered simply filing an immigrant visa and adjustment of status application for her? If you need assistance let me know.
Answered on Dec 05th, 2012 at 7:44 PM
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Have a consultation with an experienced Immigration Attorney so that you can be guided in the right direction. I do these by telephone for clients in other parts of the US, and for those unable to travel to the office. The money spent should be well worth it so that you do not do the wrong thing and regret it later. Good luck.
Answered on Nov 30th, 2012 at 6:28 AM
If she is your wife, why don't you petition for her permanent residence? Have you already submitted a petition on her behalf? If not, you can do so now. Thank you
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 4:40 AM
Thomas J. Rosser
Assuming she has no other prior immigration problems and you properly file the various concurrent spousal petitions required to process her for lawful permanent resident status (A/S) prior to the expiration of her current visa in January of 2013 she should have no significant problem remaining in the US as the derivative immediate relative of a US citizen. You would be prudent to seek the professional help of an experienced immigration attorney to handle the rather tedious and lengthy spousal petition process on your behalf.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 4:39 AM
Your wife may want to apply for a green card. You may want to consult with an immigration attorney about her situation.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 4:39 AM
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Are you planning to remain permanently in the United States? If so you might be able to apply for adjustment of status for your wife. I would suggest consulting with a competent attorney about your situation.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 4:38 AM
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Richard S. Kolomejec
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She can stay as long as you apply for her green card. The entire process takes about 3 months. The only issue is her intention at the time of entry.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 4:37 AM
Do you want to file a I-130 for your wife and get her a green card? She then can stay here.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 4:35 AM
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If you sponsor her right now for green card she does not have to leave. She should stay here and have the child here.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 4:35 AM
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She should be able to stay in the US if she applies for adjustment of status.
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 4:34 AM