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Canadian citizen and engaged to an American citizen
Asked on Sep 10th, 2014 on Immigration - Illinois
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I'm a Canadian engaged to an American. I am currently here studying under a B-1 visa and we are looking to have a small ceremony soon. Where should we get legally married (Canada or America) and how long after that will it take for me to be able to work in America (work permit/ authorization)? Will I be able to go back and forth freely? Or will I have to stay put in America after the marriage?
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U.S. Immigration and Nationality Law Attorney serving San Diego, CA
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Hello. If you are in the US as a tourist and now decide to marry here and stay, you can process your green card in the US. It will take 3 months to get the work and travel permit. You will not be able to leave the US until you get this approval. In fact, your green card interview should be around that same period of time. However, that may vary. Let me know if you would like a more detailed free consultation or need help with the case. Good Luck.
Answered on Sep 10th, 2014 at 2:35 PM