What is the smartest way to proceed and get work visa/green card/citizenship?
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What is the smartest way to proceed and get work visa/green card/citizenship?
I’m Scandinavian, married by proxy with an inmate who is US citizen. I have associates degree and I’m studying to become a RN. We don’t have family who would be able to support me financially there, but as soon as I am allowed to work, that won’t be a problem for me. Our marriage is legal here in my home country but it is not consummated yet, so US doesn’t allow me to get a spousal visa. What are our best options for me to locate in States after my graduation? I will be studying my last semester in States via exchange student program. When is the best time to start this process of immigration?
Asked on May 12, 2014 under Immigration Law, Texas
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SB Member California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
How long until your proxy spouse will be out of prison? Because until you are recognized legally as his spouse, you cannot avail yourself of the relationship for immigration purposes. Therefore, you would have to either try to obtain an employment based visa after your studies are completed or continue your studies until such time as he is released from prison and you marry according to the laws of the US and apply for adjustment of status in the US.
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