Can someone get married on a B1/B2 visa in the US?
As Mr. Doran indicates, the key to everything involving marriage and visitor status is intent. It is useful to refer to the Foreign Affairs Manual, the guide used by the State Department (and which is largely followed by USCIS).The 2017 edition states:“If an alien violates or engages in conduct inconsistent with his or her nonimmigrant status within 90 days of visa application or entry, as described in subparagraph (2)(b) below, you may presume that the applicant's representations about engaging in only status-compliant activity were willful misrepresentations of his or her intention in seeking a visa or entry. ……(b) (U) For purposes of applying the 90-day rule, conduct that violates or is otherwise inconsistent with an alien’s nonimmigrant status includes, but is not limited to:(…)(iii) (U) A nonimmigrant in B or F status, or any other status prohibiting immigrant intent, marrying a United States citizen or lawful permanent resident and taking up residence in the United States; “Note here: in order for there to be unlawful intent ascribed to an individual in B1/B2 status, in addition to marrying a U.S. citizen within 90 days of entry, that person must also take up residence in the United States. This would be the situation encountered where someone attempts to adjust status (to that of a Permanent Resident) following marriage. If you get married, then leave and go to your home country, there’s no such problem. Although, getting readmitted as a visitor at a later point *might* be tricky, the State Department would likely want to see proof of your intent to depart, failing which, they would request that you file for an immigrant visa.
Can I marry my US boyfriend on a tourist visa?
The short answer is yes you can marry someone while on a tourist visa. However, there are some things to keep in mind. For instance, a tourist visa is not designed for a person to come to the country to be married. It is designed for people to come as, you guessed it, a tourist. However, there is nothing in the regulations that indicate that you can’t be married, but it could be deemed as visa fraud if you use the tourist visa strictly as a means to marry.Here are a few considerations:You must be able to prove that you came to the country primarily as a tourist and not to be married.Thea marriage must be in good faith, which means that you actually want to marry the person out of commitment/love rather than simply to gain permanent status in the country.Immigration officers utilize the 30/60 rule which indicates that if a person files for an adjustment status 30 or 60 days after filing for their initial visa, then ulterior motives may be at play.Keep in mind, if you are found guilty of voter fraud then you may be permanently ineligible to enter the US or obtain any type of immigration benefits. You should certainly consult an immigration attorney to help you navigate the complex world of immigration law. While you can get married, you want to be sure that you follow the proper procedures so that you aren’t accused of any type of fraud.LawTrades would be happy to connect you with a skilled immigration attorney. Our rates are affordable and our attorneys are of the highest quality. We understand the important of communication so we are flexible and available to you. Take a look at our website and get in touch for a consultation.
If I come to US on visit visa and I marry a green card holder, can I stay with my spouse and work in the US?
If you enter on a tourist/visit visa with the intention of marrying and remaining in the USA, you have entered the country under false pretenses (read: you lied). USCIS does not take kindly to that and it will complicate your application for permanent residency greatly.Now it is of course possible for people to meet and on a whim decide to get married while in the USA. USCIS will review the case and may accept the application for adjustment of status.You already have plans to get married, so this is not a valid option for you.You have 3 options:apply for a K1 (fiance visa) and get married within 90 days of entering the USAGet married outside the USA, then apply for CR1 (spouse)Marry in the USA as a tourist, leave as a tourist, then apply for CR1.
Can i get married on a tourist visa?
you can't apply for a fiance visa while in the US. that's a nonimmigrant visa that would require you to marry within 90 days after you arrive. since you're already here that wouldn't help you. you can certainly marry in the US. if you do, your spouse will need to file an I-130 immigrant petition, an I-485 adjustment of status form and an I-765 work authorization form. they need to be filed together or things will go astray. there's no need to be fearful of marrying and filing the forms. while it's possible that your adjustment request could be turned down, the worst that will happen is that you'll have to leave to get an immigrant visa interview back home. chances are pretty good it will be approved though. check out www.uscis.gov for more information and downloadable forms. check out the fees too. it will cost you over $1,400 to file all the forms required. be sure to read through the instructions for the I-485 as well. lots of important information for you there.
Can a person with visit visa in USA marry a green card holder?
1) Yes. Many tourists get married in the U.S. My own daughter and her husband got married on Maui, Hawaii. Great destination for a honeymoon as well. 2) The I-130 takes 5 months to process. Once that's done, a priority date is being assigned and then the petition goes on ice until the priority date becomes current. As the spouse of a permanent resident, you are in the F2A preference category. The wait for that is about 2 years and 9 months after the I-130 has been approved. http://www.travel.state.gov/visa/bulleti... 3) You need to stay outside the U.S. You are not allowed to wait in the U.S. beyond the date on your I-94. Once your priority date has become current, the I-130 goes first to the National Visa Center and from there to the U.S. consulate in your home country. There you will have an interview and receive your immigrant visa to the U.S. 4) No.
Can a foreigner marry a U.S. citizen on a tourist visa?
Immigration status has no bearing on whether two people can be married in the US. As long as the couple meets all state and local requirements, the wedding can proceed. The impact that the marriage will have on the foreign national's US immigration status is an entirely different issue. The US citizen spouse may, if so inclined, petition through DHS/CIS for the foreign national spouse to change status from non- immigrant, to Lawfully Admitted Permanent Resident.