QUESTION
How long do I have to wait before I can file for my spouse?
Asked on Jun 09th, 2011 on Immigration - California
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I am a green card holder through previous marriage that lasted 8 years, Filed for divorce in 2010 after my I-360 approval & before I get approved for green card through interview. Now, I got approved few months ago, how long do I have to wait before marrying & filing for my future spouse who is overseas? I-130 instructions Under Who may not file: 5 - A husband or wife if you gained Green card by virtue of a prior marriage to US citizen or lawful resident Unless: A - a period of 5 years elapsed since you became lawful resident. B- you can establish by clear evidence that the prior marriage through which you gained your immigration status was not entered into the purpose of evading any provision of the immigration law. So, do I have to wait 5 years or file based on Section B?
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Answered on Jun 14th, 2011 at 9:00 AM
You don't have to wait the 5 years if you can provide evidence that your first marriage was bona fide.
Answered on Jun 13th, 2011 at 10:49 AM
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You do not need to wait for five years. You can file for your spouse right now. The five year restriction applies to cases where you apply for your previous spouse if your green card is based on marriage to a US citizen. Besides, your green card is based on I-360 so the 5 year wait would not apply anyway.
Answered on Jun 10th, 2011 at 11:19 AM