If I’m an L2 visa holder, am eligable to obtain a green card?
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If I’m an L2 visa holder, am eligable to obtain a green card?
And if I am, how do I obtain one?
Asked on January 21, 2016 under Immigration Law, California
Answers:
SB Member California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
You are not eligible for a green card just because of your L-2 status. If your spouse, who must be in L-1 status obtains a green card through his/her employer, then you as a lawful spouse would be eligible to receive a green card as well as the dependent.
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