Hello,
I have been a Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) working in the US for a few years now. My girlfriend of 5 years is currently working in the US under a J1 visa.
We would like to know if there is any way that she can stay here after expiration of her visa. We are obviously exploring getting married, as that might be the easiest way for her to stay (and hey, we've been together 5 years... so I figure she might not turn me down).
Should she accept, we would be getting married in the US.
What are the "visa / immigration" implications of getting married?
What are the steps to take in order to ensure she can stay?
Can I file for a adjustment of status to have her non-immigrant J-1 changed to an immigrant visa?
Who should I contact (which agencies) in case it would be possible for her to obtain the right to stay or to stay and work.
Thanks for your help.
Greg

