Hi. I'm Erik, a Belgian national living in Spain, married to an American. As I approach retirement would like to start Green Card process so that we can eventually settle here in US. Can anyone recommend a good immigration lawyer in NC that has experience with European immigration? Thank you!
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GuestPoster58
18 August 2021 02:48:39
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Tanuki714
21 August 2021 03:51:16
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Hi,
If your spouse is a US citizen, you can apply for a green card from the US embassy in your country. That is what I did from Tokyo, Japan (granted it was 20 years ago so rules have probably changed).
I did it all on my own, without a lawyer. It was a lot of paperwork but not particularly tricky. You do need to show US tax returns (your spouse) so make sure that part is in order before you apply. I do remember having to show proof of resources.
All in all, process for me took about 6 months (I'm sure it's longer now).
Check the US government site for the process.
Good luck!
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