QUESTION
Is it okay to get married while L1 visa is being processed?
Asked on Sep 03rd, 2011 on Immigration - California
More details to this question:
My girlfriend applied for L1 visa. Would it be ok if we get married during the processing of documents? This way, she can change the status of marriage. Thanks a lot!
4 ANSWERS
Immigration Law Attorney serving Los Angeles, CA
at
Law Offices of Alan R. Diamante APLC
Update Your Profile
Getting married does not change the status of the marriage nor does it affect the L1. When an L1 holder gets married to a United States citizen, the L1 holder can ultimately apply for lawful permanent residency. If a L1 holder marries a non-citizen, the spouse might be able to benefit from it.
Answered on Sep 12th, 2011 at 8:12 AM
Criminal Law Attorney serving Las Vegas, NV
at
Reza Athari & Associates, PLLC
Update Your Profile
It is OK to marry any time your heart tell you. For immigration purposes, if you are a US citizen and she is not, after marriage, you can file for adjustment of status and she will become a permanent resident.
Answered on Sep 09th, 2011 at 7:37 PM
Immigration and Naturalization Attorney serving San Francisco, CA
at
The Law Office of Christine Troy
Update Your Profile
Tricky question. If she is already in L status, in the US and marries a USC, she can apply for a green card here. If she is applying for L status abroad, then she will need to consular process for her green card but can probably enter the US in L status in the meantime. However if she is in the US, and is about to file for L status knowing she is also applying for a green card in the US, that can be an issue of immigrant intent. I really recommend that you have a full consult with a competent immigration attorney to go over the options and to analyze the full facts of your case.
Answered on Sep 09th, 2011 at 12:47 PM