QUESTION
What can I do about my wife's adopted child?
Asked on May 31st, 2012 on Immigration - Texas
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I applied for immigration for my step daughter (age 4 from Russia). She was adopted by my wife, but not by me, so I showed her only as step daughter and not an adopted child. She was approved by the state department and her application is now with the national visa center. It is time to fill out the DS230 - Do I now have to identify her as an adopted child? Is it relevant when I am a stepparent and not an adoptive parent?
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If done properly, you can petition her as a step-child.
Answered on Jul 06th, 2012 at 6:16 PM
It should not make a difference if you are the lawful spouse of the adoptive parent.
Answered on Jul 03rd, 2012 at 3:52 PM
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It is relevant since she is your step daughter because your wife adopted her.
Answered on Jul 03rd, 2012 at 1:14 PM
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Stepparents can petition for their stepchild just as if the child was their own biological child. If the petition was already approved, it means that immigration is satisfied with the qualifying relationship.
Answered on Jun 22nd, 2012 at 12:54 PM