QUESTION
Do I have any recourse for what I have been through, can I file a complaint for immigration marriage fraud?
Asked on Aug 11th, 2014 on Immigration - California
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I was used for a green card and my spouse made sure all deadlines were met to get his green card. My family and friends all knew he used me. He was constantly on dating websites lying as was done to me. Now that he feels safe, he would like to pursue an uncontested divorce. Is this considered abuse?
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You might obtain a damages award in the divorce proceedings but proving abuse will be difficult. However, the tone of your question suggests that you might be more interested in taking away from your husband the prize he gained by deceiving you: the green card. If this is correct, the first concern is to make sure that he does not get an uncontested divorce - instead, the marriage should be dissolved by an annulment; and that USCIS is properly notified of the outcome of your matrimonial case.
Answered on Aug 14th, 2014 at 7:25 PM
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You can file a report with the fraud unit of USCIS. If he tries to renew his residence, he will have to address your report's claims.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2014 at 6:52 AM