What is th last date to file for change of status from B-2 to permanent resident?

Marriage to a U. S. citizen places the alien in the category of immediate relative, which means that the applicant is able to adjust status to permanent residence even if an overstay. It is always better, of course, to submit papers during the time that an alien is in status. Marriage does not place an alien in automatic legal status. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.