What are my rights if I’m on an H4 visa and my husband is having an affair with one of his co-workers?
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What are my rights if I’m on an H4 visa and my husband is having an affair with one of his co-workers?
They will be renting an apartment together. I need to know my rights. I have also being under domestic psychological and economical violence. I speak little English and my visa does not aloud me to work. He is on an H1b.
Asked on June 15, 2015 under Immigration Law, Texas
Answers:
B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
You have all of the same rights in divorce court as any other woman in the US. You can file for divorce and seek child support, like any other person filing for divorce.
Your secondary issue is your immigration status.... if you have been in an abusive relationship, you may be able to obtain a specialized visa because of the issues with that relationship.
Because you are at an economic disadvantage, reach out to your local district clerk to see what legal aid programs are available in your area to assist you with filing for divorce and submitting and application for a new visa.
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