Macon, GA Immigration Law Firms & Lawyers

A U.S. citizen may petition for her husband to adjust status to become a Lawful Permanent Resident (to get a "Green Card"). If the U.S. citizen does not have sufficient documentable income to meet the requirements, then it will become necessary to have a "joint sponsor" in the application process. Generally, a joint sponsor may be any U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident with sufficient documentable income who is willing to assume the responsibilities specified in the Affidavit of Support document required for the process. Generally when someone married to a U.S. citizen has been a Permanent Resident for three years, he will become eligible to apply to become a naturalized U.S. citizen. The application process can be more complex than it appears, and failure to properly complete and fully document the application package can result in significant delays, denial or even more harsh consequences. It would be wise to work with an immigration attorney in that type of matter. Some immigration law firms, including mine, offer legal services on a "flat fee" basis so that a client will know the total expense from the very beginning, and a few immigration law firms, including mine, offer an initial consultation free of charge.

Your child may be a U.S. citizen by virtue of birth to a U.S. citizen parent, and if so, could apply for a Certificate of Citizenship to prove that status. Regarding your spouse, you may be able to succeed in "consular processing" for your spouse to be able to enter the U.S. and to become a Lawful Permanent Resident (get a "Green Card"), and after approximately three years your spouse then may be able to apply to become a naturalized U.S. citizen. There are many details not mentioned in your question that could have an impact upon this analysis and upon immigration-related options. There really is no substitute for you and your spouse to consult with an immigration attorney who, after learning all of the relevant facts, could advise about immigration eligibilities, options and strategies and who could then offer legal representation in the often quite complex application process.

When are you getting married? Who don't you file for residence as soon as possible? Contact us if you are seeking legal counsel. I have been practicing for over 15 years. Our immigration law firm has been in the immigration field for more than 45 years. We have handled cases with experience, integrity, and good effect. We offer payment plans with no interest.