how long before you can divorce a citizen after being married?
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He gets a conditional green card first and can change it to a permanent one in two years if he is still with you. But I just wanted to say, that you shouldn't let this thought eat you up inside. Doubts like this can ruin a good relationship. I know it sounds corny, but you should know in your heart whether he loves you or not. Best of luck to you and hope it turns out to be a happily ever after story for the two of you.
567370
Ive never heard anyone say all.  A few bad apples spoil the bunch, and we all know that there are some that do this, and those bad few make it harder for the others to look "clean".  As for it taking "years" if you get married- I know someone that married a Canadian citzen, it took her about a year to become a US citizen, so yes, it does take a little while, but it does happen when you follow the process.
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It depends on a lot of factors.\n\nThere is a very strict procedure in obtaining citizenship through marriage.  First off a couple must file the appropriate paperwork with the INS prior to the marriage.  Once authorized there is usually a 90 day window to get married.  It can then take up to five years to be issued with a green card.  These last ten years.\n\nOnce the alien has a green card he/she can apply for citizenship.  It is easier to obtain citizenship the longer you remain the United States.\n\nIt is a complicated system and the best advice I can give is to seek out an immigration attorney and have a consultation.  There are so many loopholes and pitfalls in the system and a maze of paper work, forms, conflicting advice and fees.\n\nThe days are long gone when marrying an American made you a citizen.
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I think Godzilla made it quite clear. If they officially divorce less then 2 years after the immigrant spouse got their green card then the immigrant spouse will automatically loose their immigrant status and must depart the country. The US citizen spouse can notify USCIS of the divorce. \n\nIf the immigrant spouse does not leave the country in a set period of time (30-60 days I belive) after the divorce, they will be deported.
811841
No, not until your spouse applies to get you citizenship.  It's not automatic.
563751
EVERY SITUATION IS DIFFERENT.  It took me FIVE count them 5 years to get my divorce. If you know for a fact that the marriage is over (by meeting the ex or a child if they have one) AND you know the one you are seeing is living apart from their spouse then it is fine.  INVESTIGATE the person and make sure that they are telling you the truth.
317029
This marriage is not considered valid until it has been filed in the court system.
329360
You'll have to bring her on a K-1 Fiance Visa, and then marry her, and then apply to have her status adjusted to permanent resident. You'll have to stay married for at least 2 years otherwise she'll be deported.  See the sources below:
448852
Yes there is a huge difference.  I'm married to a French citizenship and I'm an American citizen.  A Marriage visa is only a visa for a person to come and visit for a period of time, longer than 6 months.  Enough time only to allow the person to get their marriage license.  Then, you have to start your paper process with his green card through the closest INS.  Start the petition process as soon as possible.  Even if you are married, they can still send him away back to his country if he didn't get his green card yet.  If he's in the process of getting a green card, tell him not to travel anywhere.  If he's going to stay longer than 6 months without the marriage visa, then the consequences can be that he gets deported back to his country and banned from the US for 10 years.  I'm listing a website source made by an immigrant lawyer that may help you understand the process a bit.  Don't do anything foolish...my advice!  This is a big issue.
237307
no\n\nthe federal government would have to recognize the marrage and they dont at this time.\n\nif you have other ground then go ahead but not for "spouse of citizen" as a reason
230402
only if the person was married for less then 2 years with the citizen.
1003879
Several years from now.  immigration comes to you home to check up on you to make sure it is a legitimate marriage.  they talk to your neighbors and many other things to be certain it is not a marriage for the sake of citizenship..
836317
Well she is now illegal in this country! The whole thing about the k1 visa is that she has to marry you to legalize or adjust her status! If you two are already married, she is supposed to have condition residence until you both apply to remove those conditions after two years ! So if she left, her green card is only good for two years! Which brings me back to my point! She will be illegal after two years.Notify USBCIS on the situation! If you have already done the I-751( Petition to Remove conditions on permanent residence) Regardless if you signed I-864 ( Affidavit Of Support) I am afraid there is nothing you can do if she doesn't want to come home. Still notify USBCIS on the situation though! What sucks is you still me responsible for them after divorce! Re read the form and get a lawyer! Sorry man , but good luck!
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If you get married overseas, there are certain things you must do to make sure that the United States is aware of and recognizes the marriage. The first source below has information on how to do this. Then you will likely want to be able to bring your spouse into the United States. The second source has information on how to do this. After being married 3 years, she can apply for citizenship.
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In Britain you can divorce after 2 years separation, with the consent of the other person involved.  That's the law so he is more than likely telling the truth.  I don't think you can find that information on line, but I could be wrong.  You could check out the Court Service customer service web site.  check out this web site for the law about divorce in the UK
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I believe that once you have indefinite leave to remain your marital status can change without affecting your immigration status. With respect to applying for nationality, you must have lived in the UK for five years - if you are married this is reduced to three years. Since presumably you are still technically married it may be that you can go ahead and apply anyway, but I strongly recommend you to consult a solicitor who deals in immigration matters - the law is quite complex and it's difficult to be sure of your situation without being able to ask you questions and check your documents.
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marriage with U S citizen