Ilona Bray
J.D. · University of Washington School of Law
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Will My Visa Overstay Be Waived If I Marry a U.S. Citizen?
How legal entry plus relationship to a U.S. citizen helps cure visa overstay and unlawful presence problems.
Can I Lose My Green Card and Be Deported?
Overview of the grounds of deportability for green card holders.
Legal Reasons a U.S. Immigrant May Be Deported
The U.S. immigration laws contain numerous grounds upon which non-citizens, including green card holders, may be deported back to their country of origin.
Legal Options for an Undocumented (Illegal) Immigrant to Stay in the U.S.
An overview of the most likely ways for an undocumented alien to gain legal status in the United States.
Steps to Get a K-1 Fiancé Visa
An overview of the basic process of getting a K-1 visa for a foreign fiance.
Reentry to the U.S. After Removal (Deportation)
Find out when and how someone can apply for a U.S. visa or green card, and return to the U.S., even after having been deported or removed.
Three-Year Rule for Naturalization Eligibility After Marriage to a U.S. Citizen
Spouses of U.S. citizens can, under certain circumstances, apply to naturalize after three years rather than the usual five.
Defining a Legally Valid Marriage Under U.S. Immigration Law
Make sure your marriage meets the requirements to obtain a green card for the immigrant.
How Marriage to Multiple Spouses Affects Immigrants' Eligibility for a U.S. Visa, Green Card, or Citizenship
For cultures where having two or more husbands or wives is common and accepted, immigration to the United States can be difficult; though not necessarily impossible.
What Does a U.S. Green Card Get You?
A "green card" is just an identification card given to people who've been granted permanent resident status in the United States.