QUESTION
Is a illegal person legal if they are married to a United States citizen for 17 years?
Asked on Mar 28th, 2014 on Immigration - Pennsylvania
1 ANSWER
U.S. Immigration and Nationality Law Attorney serving San Diego, CA
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Kazmi & Sakata
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Hello. No. They must file and obtain their green card to be legal. The marriage does not cure the illegal status by itself. You must pursue the lawful residency in the US or via the US Embassy in your home country.
Answered on Mar 28th, 2014 at 3:13 PM