My fiancee has a tourist visa. Getting married in Colombia is a paperwork nightmare for me. Can we get married is the US? Question My fiancee has a tourist visa. Getting married in Colombia is a paperwork nightmare for me. Can we get married is the US? Our intentions are travelling, getting married – and then […]
Married Someone Else on a K1 Visa
My fiance came to the U.S. on a K1 visa and did not marry his fiance at the time. He overstayed his welcome. Now, we got engaged and I want to marry him. What should I do? Question My fiance came to the U.S. on a K1 visa and did not marry his fiance at […]
I Want To Bring My Girlfriend in the U.S. and Get To Know Her
My girlfriend of six years who lives in Germany is thinking about moving here permanently. We are not ready to get married, yet. Is there a visa she could get that will allow her to live here so we can date? Question My girlfriend of six years who lives in Germany is thinking about moving here […]
Green Card Holder Immigrating a Foreign Fiance
Immigration rules do not allow a permanent resident of the U.S. to immigrate a foreign fiance. They allow a foreign spouse to immigrate, but a hold will be placed on the case intentionally to prevent chain migration. Question I am a Permanent Resident of the U.S. for 10 years with Canadian citizenship. My boyfriend lives […]
Plans To Marry in the U.S. on a J-Visa
A J visa is a cultural exchange visa granted for various reasons. The J visa is commonly granted to certain foreigners who have academic distinction or other talents or to foreign college students who work at summer jobs, such as in our National Parks. It can also be used by au pairs working for families in the […]