Can my wife be deported back to Russia if i divorce her?
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Can my wife be deported back to Russia if i divorce her?
My wife has been here for 3 years and we have a 2 year old son. She has a green card but not citizenship.
Asked on August 30, 2016 under Immigration Law, Michigan
Answers:
SB Member California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
She will not be deported just because you divorce since she has a green card. She is thus a permanent resident and permitted to remain in the US even if you divorce. You do not have any basis for her to be deported.
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