If someone has been in the US illegally for 11 years but without any criminal record, what can they do to become a legal citizen?
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If someone has been in the US illegally for 11 years but without any criminal record, what can they do to become a legal citizen?
Asked on December 23, 2014 under Immigration Law, Texas
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SB Member California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
There is no automatic path to legalization after a period of time. If the person entered the US lawfully 11 years ago and now is married to a US citizen or has a child over the age of 21 who is a US citizen, then the person may be eligible for adjustment of status within the US.
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