If I am a US citizen preparing to sponsor my husband who legally entered the U.S. on an A2 visa, how do I proceed with this process?
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If I am a US citizen preparing to sponsor my husband who legally entered the U.S. on an A2 visa, how do I proceed with this process?
Is it different since his visa is an A2?
Asked on March 25, 2014 under Immigration Law, New Jersey
Answers:
SB, Member, California / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
Yes, if you are petitioning for your husband and you are a US citizen, your husband, who may be a A2 visa holder is eligible to adjust status to permanent residence but he will need to submit an additional form to USCIS as part of the packet, and that form is I-566.
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