What to do about a J1 visa status and getting married?

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What to do about a J1 visa status and getting married?

I am J1 visa holder but my boyfriend is an American citizen and we want to get married. I don’t want to leave the program and lose my J1 status without making sure I am allowed do to it legally. At what point am I allowed to leave the program and give up my J1 visa? Right after we get married or after we file the documents?

Asked on April 25, 2012 under Immigration Law, New York

Answers:

Gene Meltser, Esq. / BIRG & MELTSER

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

This would depend on whether your J program has a 2 year residency requirement. What program are you in? Do you know if you are a subject to 212(e)? Please reply to meltser@bmlaw.com


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