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What are the chances to get K1 fiancé visa approved if he has criminal records?
Asked on May 24th, 2014 on Immigration - California
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I'm planning to marry my boyfriend overseas but he has criminal records for drug use. It first time was 5 years ago and the second one was a year and half.
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Immigration Law Attorney serving Long Beach, CA
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Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner
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It is likely he will be inadmissible because of these convictions. He may need to vacate at least one depending on the amount and the drug.
Answered on May 29th, 2014 at 2:07 PM
Criminal Defense Attorney serving Alhambra, CA
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Francis John Cowhig
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I am assuming that you are a U.S. citizen and your boyfriend is a foreign national with 2 drug convictions. Unfortunately, drug charges and convictions are usually a death knell for any type of visa. I strongly suggest that you contact an experienced immigration attorney for a face-to-face consultation and give him/her all of the facts surrounding your situation. (S)he would then be in a better position to analyze your fiance's case, and advise you of your options.
Answered on May 28th, 2014 at 7:02 PM
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It depends on the circumstances of your case. But, having a criminal conviction for drug use by itself is not a legal impediment to filing a fiance petition.
Answered on May 28th, 2014 at 7:02 PM