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What are the requirements for a Filipino woman to marry a Canadian guy?

well if the same as a filipina marrying a us citizen he and she both will have to prove that they are both legal to be married.i...

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How can you find a Canadian girl to marry in Canada?

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Is it bigamy for a man to marry a girl in the US and have a child in the US when he is already married in India and will he be deported?

It is bigamy for a man to marry a girl in the US and have a child in the US when he is already married in India and he will be...

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What does a US woman have to do to marry a Nigerien man that is in the UK on a student visa and bring him back to the US to live as husband and wife and will he have to go back to his country first?

As you know with terrorism (now problems in London with the bombings) security is extremely strict. This is a question you both...

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Will a British citizen permanent resident in Canada wanting to marry a US citizen have to leave the US if he gained access on a passport when married there and what is the best way to remain there?

Can someone please help with this question as I am facing the same issue mikerowland1@yahoo.com thanks

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Is it legal for a US citizen to marry a girl under 18 if she lives outside the USA?

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What is the fastest way for a Filipina wife to be with her US citizen husband living in US?

by plane.

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If you have an H4 visa how can you get an alien registration number?

In order to get A# (alien registration number) for H4, you have to apply for adjustment status (filing I-485). You have to file...

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Is it true that the primary H1b visa holder has to be valid for a minimum of 6 months before the spouse can get an H4I heard?

once you married a h1b visa holder u dont have to wait for 6 months you can go right away

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If your husband is divorcing you and he received a green card in 1999 can you do something to take it away or file a case against him?

A "green card" is strictly a governmental issue and has no bearing on a civil proceedings such as a divorce. If a spouse tries to...

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How does a US citizen go about marrying an illegal alien in California?

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If you marry someone with a green card can he become a citizen faster?

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If you got married last year to an illegal person and you have 2 kids can he become legalized?

Y did u marry an illegal person????????????????????????????????????

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What happens to a US citizen if caught who is paid 10000 to marry an illegal immigrant in order for him to get a green card?

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How long does it take to get a visa if you marry a Mexican resident in Mexico?

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Where do you begin if you met a man on the internet and are planning your first meeting in March and he is in the US and you're in the UK and you intend to marry and have him live with you in the UK?

Start by being suspicious. There are a lot of predators on the internet. Always keep in mind the basic rule, "if it seems too...

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If a person comes as a visitor and marries a US citizen how can they prove they did not have the intent to marry?

That's a GOOD question and I would like an answer to it also.:) That's a GOOD question and I would like an answer to it...

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How can an illegal alien brought here as a child now married to a US citizen become legal?

You must go or call INS and get application for permanent residency status. there are several things such as: Medical Exam,...

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If an American citizen marries a Brazilian citizen in Brazil what steps are necessary for the American child to become a citizen also?

the child and your self need to go to immagrastion and get citizenship in brazil for the child.

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If you marry your foreign spouse in their country what would the first step be in filing a petition to get your spouse into the US?

You need to apply for a permanent residency status. Go to INS or call them to get the application. It is a process that will...

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Can an illegal alien who marries a US citizen gain legal residencey here in the US?

Yes, but it's not nearly as easy as some people believe. You must be married for a minimum of four years, be subject to frequent...

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How can a U.S. citizen marry his common law wife who is an undocumented illegal immigrant without her being deported?

It is no longer possible for a citizen to apply for permanent residency/ citizenship for an immigrant spouse who entered the U.S....

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Can I marry an incarcerated immigrant who has a revoked visa?

The prisoner would need to obtain permission to marry and it would be highly unlikely that such permission would be...

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Do you put married filing separately on your taxes or single after marrying a non-citizen who is here on a student visa who has no income to report?

In theory the non citizen spouse is not required to file a return, but the other spouse as a citizen has only two choices: either...

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If an illegal immigrant marries a woman who has legal status and they have a child will the father then have legal status?

No, marrying a US citizen or a permanent resident does not grant the illegal immigrant legal status regardless of whether there...

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Will a legal immigrant on F1 visa who honestly marries a US Citizen but lives apart for school have problems with the INS?

Yes, they could think the marriage is just to stay in the country.

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If your fiance has a 3 year ban and you go to his country to marry him could he be let back into the US sooner than the 3 year ban?

No, once banned they are banned for the set period. No matter what.

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What are the ways of becoming a citizen?

you come to me

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If a US citizen brings his wife and son and she gets pregnant one month after arriving and refuses to get an abortion does the citizen have the right to divorce her and deport her and her son?

AnswerIf you were truly a US citizen then you would also recognize the rights of women in the United States of America. We have...

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How can a british man marry a girl from the Ukraine?

It depends on the region. In Kyiv it is necessary to have a state marriage through ZAGS (ЗАГС).

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How you will know a guy your dating online is serious with you?

"He will tell you he wants you and loves you ..........that simple!!!!!" I think that its not that obvious, you can never know...

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Do you need to change your international Russian passport to go to Russia if it has your maiden name but your green card has your current last name that is of your husband?

Name change in your zagran.passportI had the same situation a year ago - zagranpassport with maiden name and green card with...

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How do you go about getting married at a courthouse?

Contact the licensing dept, in your city/county and talk with them they will tell you all you need to know about this.

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What is the illegal immigration policy of the USA?

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If you marry the first time for Love what is the second and third marriage for?

The first is the naivety of true love, that all will be perfect when you are married or perhaps being too young and ideal, or...

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How can illegal alien get married in Florida if he doesn't have a passport or visa or social?

Not officially.

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Is a tourist visa or a fiance visa the best way for a legal alien to enter the states to marry a US citizen when they have been engaged and been seeing each other frequently for the past 3 years?

I would say a tourist visa (6 month) is best because a fiance visa limits your time and is not one that can be renewed like a...

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What do you do if you are married in the Philippines to a U.S citizen who is currently in the stationed in South Korea and you want to join him?

buy a plane ticket and go to south korea...

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If your foreign girlfriend of one year comes to the US on a visiting VISA and you get married what do you do to keep it legal?

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Does an illegal immigrant who stayed past visa expiration date have to file supplement a when filing for a green card if he married an American?

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Will you become a legal resident if you are from Jamaica and are marrying your boyfriend who is a US citizen and you are about to have a child?

No. The process of becoming a US citizen by marrying a US citizen is no longer applicable. The person must apply for citizenship...

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Should you get married in the US or in Mexico if you are a US citizen marrying a Mexican woman and how long will it be until she can live with you in the US?

it takes just as long as if you married her here you still hve to fill the papers and she has to wait in line for a visa or a...

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If a Canadian citizen in the US on an H-1B Visa marries someone who overstayed their Visa by 4 years how can that person become legal?

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Can a visa be extended to get married?

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Would you get deported if you want to marry a US citizen but have been living in the country illegally?

You will not get deported. I heard that you can get married only in some states and/or counties. But keep in mind that getting...

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How do you go about becoming a US citizen after marrying an American?

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If a Mexican man came to the US illegaly as a child with his parents and later married an American citizen will it be easier for him to become a citizen since he was brought here as a minor?

I have more of a comment: I noticed in my research that it seems harder for a person who was brought here as a child when they...

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Can you leave the US to get married to your girlfriend who is not a citizen and then return to the US with her?

NO! DO NOT LEAVE THE USA! It hapenned to me. I applied for her residency BEFORE leaving and was told that with our marriage...

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Can a legal citizen obtain legal status for a spouse if he is here illegally?

Yre, you simply have to have your spouse apply as a Resident Alien with the INS. It takes some time and expense (fingerprinting,...

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If an Englishman marries a Kenyan woman in Kenya in a 'quick' marriage to bring her to England are they legally married in England?

Depends on your definition of 'quick' marriage. Yes, they will be legally married. However, immigration officials will...

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What happens to the kids of illegal immigrants?

If the child was born on American soil, the child is a legal citizen. The child then has the option of staying, be it a very...

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What happens if you have a fiance visa and you do not marry?

The person is considered "out of status" or a "status violator" and must voluntarily return to their country of origin or be...

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If you are a citizen can you marry and immigrant or alien resident to prevent him or her from getting deported?

It wont necessarily prevent them from being deported they can still get deported if the INS has a reason to do so although with...

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If you marry an immigrant who is in prison awaiting deportation will he be allowed to remain in the US?

No. The marriage would not be allowed. Also, marrying a US citizen regardless of the circumstances does not prevent an...

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Is the INS interview to determine if the marriage is valid or to determine if it is a loving marriage?

Some people believe it should be one and the same. Be that as it may, an INS interview is to make a determination of whether...

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How can you find out if you are legally married?

You can contact the County in which you think you got married and if they have a record on file at the county recorders office...

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How can you become a Ukrainian citizen?

v по рождению; v по территориальному происхождению; v в результате...

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What can we do if a immigrant gets his legal residence and then leaves his wife after he has his residence?

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If british citizen marry Turkish citizen can they live in Ankara?

Yes, but there is a procedure to get a temporary ID. A bit tedious but not difficult if your spouse is a decent Turkish citizen.

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If a us citizen married a Mexican citizen in Mexico can the us citizen live in Mexico as a tourist if yes for how long?

I married a Mexican citizen in Mexico and I am a US citizen, and we currently live in Mexico. You can only live in Mexico for the...

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What would be the problem if we allowed migration into the US?

Immigration is allowed. Illegal immigration is prohibited. Nearly 8 million immigrants came to the US between 1901 and 1910. ...

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Can a Mexican get a green card by marrying a United States citizen with a criminal record?

The citizen will have to follow through with the application, but it would be possible. The marriage would have to be real and...

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How do you obtain a marriage license?

Normally you are required to go to the county courthouse and fill out some forms. They may also require that you visit a doctor's...

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What does you can come if you want to mean?

It sure does not make me feel welcome. It says 'I don't object if you show up, but its not something I want"When someone tells me...

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How do you get married to a us navy when i am an illegal?

just do it you or he wont get into trouble. im an illegal myself married my husband who is in the air force. and everything is...

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Can an illegal immigrant get child support in Texas?

Yes

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Are multiple Muslim marriages recognized in the US?

yeah it is recognised but the proof of burden lies on the party to prove his marriage.

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Is a green card holder over 65 who has no authorization to work eligible for medical benefit?

There is a time limit after entry into the country before you would be eligible for any public benefits. But if you do receive...

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Can algerian illegal immigrants marriage UK?

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Can the US government take away your US citizenship?

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Can two us citizens get married in Argentina?

yes

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Can a foreigner on a valid work visa marry a US citizen and stay in the US legally without returning home or needing a fiancee visa?

Yes, this is done all the time. Best to wait 60 days after the entry to marry so it doesn't look like you made a...

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If your fiance is a permanent resident and you're a US citizen how would the permanent resident get citizenship and how long do they have to wait to apply for citizenship?

3 years of being permenent resident then you can apply

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How do you marry an illegal immigrant in the U.S. if they want to stay but not become a citizen?

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If you have a depressive-dependent personality disorder and marry an American will this keep you from staying in the US once you are married?

On the contrary, the dependent personality person will cling to the spouse, that's what will give her (let's say is the woman,...

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Is it possible for an illegal alien with misdemeanors from when they were under 18 to apply for a marriage visa to enter and live in the US legally?

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If someone entered the US legally at a young age and stayed after his green card expired can he marry a US citizen without leaving the country?

NO WAY DUDE

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If you marry an American citizen and get a temporary greencard can you attend college for instate tuition?

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If someone is married to a US citizen can he remain in the US regardless of his own Visa status?

The person needs to have permanent resident status. Marrying a US citizen does not automatically give you citizenship or...

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What steps do you need to take after you marry an immigrant under a fiance visa?

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What should you do if your U.S. citizen husband is extorting money from you to remain married so that you can get your green card?

: If you are a victim of domestic violence or psychological abuse (extortion might qualify too), you likely do not need to remain...

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What is the process for a US citizen to marry an illegal alien?

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If a US citizen married a UK citizen who has overstayed their tourist visa by a year when can the UK citizen go home to visit?

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What steps are needed for a US citizen to marry a UK citizen and be able to keep her US citizenship but reside in England with him?

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Is it legal for a US citizen to marry a foreign national so that they can remain in the US?

Many people do this, but the illegal alien is taking advantage by asking either a man or woman to marry them so they can stay in...

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How does a 16-year-old Canadian girl marry an American?

You can't. At age 16 you are considered a MINOR in both Canada and the USA, and you would have to have the written permission of...

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What is the procedure to marry your Mexican boyfriend who does not have a visa?

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How old do you have to be to make your husband a legal us citizen?

Marrying a U.S. citizen does not automatically grant citizenship to the non-citizen spouse. He must apply for citizenship himself...

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How long does a permanent resident alien have to be married to a US citizen to get citizenship?

Marrying a U.S. citizen DOES NOT confer automatic citizenship or permanent resident status to the non-citizen spouse. The...

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What are the requirements for a guy from North Carolina to be able to marry a Canadian in North Carolina and it be permanent?

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What do you have to do as a military member to marry a Chinese national?

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What should you do if you suspect your spouse only married you to get a green card and can you take any legal action?

I would consult an immigration attorney. It is illegal for someone to get married for the sole purpose of gaining US...

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Can you marry an illegal in Texas without him being deported?

It is possible for a U.S. citizen to marry an illegal immigrant if the immigrant has valid identification. However, marrying a...

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Can an illegal alien receive permission to marry while incarcerated for committing a felony in the state of North Carolina?

No, a foreign national who commits a felony in the U.S. will be permanently deported after he or she has served the sentence...

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What happens if you married an illegal alien but it didn't work out and you only lived together a few months and are now separated over a year and want to move on but don't want to hurt this person?

So what is the problem exactly? You've already moved on for over a year now and how you could you hurt this person now? If you...

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What can a US citizen do to keep her illegal immigrant spouse from being deported back to Mexico?

The citizen spouse has no recourse to the action as US immigration laws no longer allow a citizen spouse to apply for residency...

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How long do you need to be married before you are eligible for US citizenship?

AnswerYou must have your green card for at least 3 years, so you will probably have to be married for about 3 & 1/2 years,...

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How do you get your boyfriend his papers?

Marry him or get him married to someone else for papers, they dont have to have a realationship. Need three witnesses

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How long will it take before you can permenatly start work after getting a fiancee visa i read that you can work if you have a fiancee visa but you'll have to stop work when this visa expires?

After marriage, you may apply for an Employment Authorization Document (I-765), drivers license and social security card. All...

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How can you marry the illegal immigrant who is the father of your baby?

Well if he is illegal you cant marry him because you have to sign papers but I dont know about that in Las Vegas! you can try if...

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