How Can My Illegal Wife Become A Permanent Resident?
Greetings!
I am a US citizen Christian pastor who recently married a woman who entered the US legally 8 yrs. ago from Brazil with a tourist visa, and has been here since. I gather she has an over-stayed visa, but can seek adjustment. What forms do I need to fill out so she can legally work and become a permanent resident , since she is my wife and ministry partner. How do I go about to petition for her ?
Thanks for your attention to this matter.
Re: How Can My Illegal Wife Become A Permanent Resident?
Here is the link to immigration through a family member...
http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/usc...0045f3d6a1RCRD
The short story is you file I130 to petition her for residency
She files I485 to adjust her status from Overstay to Legal Permanant resident (Green card)
She files I765 work authorization until she gets the green card
It is a complicated and sometimes confusing process, a lawyer with immigration experience is highly recommended.