QUESTION
What will happen to my immigration status if I get a divorce?
Asked on Jan 19th, 2011 on Immigration - California
More details to this question:
At the age of 5, my mom illegally brought me to the US. I have no criminal record and graduated high school in 2004 and I wanted to continue with college but was unable to do so. I have no kids, have been married for 5 year to a US resident that has petitioned for me. However, I would like to know what would happen if a divorce was to take place. What would happen to me?
2 ANSWERS
William C. Gosnell
If married for over two years your husband can file for you. But you must complete this process before a divorce.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2011 at 5:13 PM
Immigration and Naturalization Attorney serving San Diego, CA
Partner at
Feldman Feldman & Associates, PC
3 Awards
If you get divorced before receiving your conditional resident approval your case will be denied and you may or may not get a Notice to Appear. If you qualify as an abused spouse you may be able to continue the process by self-petitioning.
We would be happy to consult on your case. Our consultation fee is $350 per hour and any fees paid for consultation would then be a credit toward the fees for your case if we are retained after the consult for further work.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2011 at 2:28 PM