If Looking to Marry Someone Who Entered the Country from Mexico without Inspection

I am sharing this question pertaining to a woman who asked if it was possible to keep her boyfriend here without having to go to Mexico.

Generally, if you entered the United States without inspection, you must return to Mexico in order to process your immigration paperwork. The exception to this is if someone filed an immigrant visa petition for you or your spouse or your parents prior to April 30, 2001 in which case you may be covered by a law called 245(i) which expired on April 30, 2001. Under 245(i), you may be able to pay a penalty fee and remain in the United States to process your paperwork. You would need to consult with an immigration attorney to see if you qualify inder 245(i) and, if not, to discuss the process of obtaining a visa at a consulate abroad. We would be happy to assist you with this. Please contact our office at the number above and we can assist you.

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