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We frequently hear this request\u00a0when handling family-based cases.\u00a0 U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents can petition certain relatives for a green card, but there can be waiting lists<\/a> and delays while the paperwork is pending<\/a>.\u00a0 Altogether, this means that the\u00a0relative can wait for months, years and even decades before having a green card in hand.\u00a0 In the meantime, you all are trying to plan life around this lengthy process: where to live and work, and freedom to travel.\u00a0 Here are three common factors which affect case strategy:<\/p>\n

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  1. Moving to the U.S. while waiting for the green card<\/u><\/strong> \u00a0For those located outside the U.S., only fianc\u00e9(e)s and spouses of U.S. citizens can get a \u201cK\u201d visa<\/a> to come and live in the U.S. while waiting for a green card, but it is a lengthy process.\u00a0 All others must use a temporary nonimmigrant visa or the Visa Waiver Program (ESTA) if they want to visit the U.S. while waiting.\u00a0 However, the relative could encounter rejection at the U.S. border if a green card petition is on file, because it indicates an intent to live in the U.S. instead of a temporary visit. \u00a0This rejection could result in a charge of fraudulent intent, or even deportation and being barred from future entry to the U.S. for a period of five years or longer. \u00a0This is known as inadmissibility and may require a waiver<\/a> to repair.<\/li>\n
  2. In the U.S. with a visa, but the I-94\/visa is expiring<\/u><\/strong> Once paperwork is filed for a green card, it does not automatically grant permission to live in the U.S.\u00a0 Your relative will need to obtain and maintain lawful immigration status through a separate nonimmigrant visa or other means.\u00a0 Overstaying a visa or otherwise violating immigration status could be harmful.\u00a0 However, some relatives who qualify for adjustment of status to permanent residency<\/a> may choose to wait in the U.S. beyond expiration of an I-94\/visa, but this decision could carry some risks which you should discuss with an attorney.<\/li>\n
  3. Adjustment of Status allows work and travel while waiting<\/u><\/strong> Relatives who lawfully entered the U.S. or who qualify for 245(i) provisions<\/a> may be eligible to apply for adjustment of status if they are still\u00a0inside the U.S.\u00a0 Applicants for adjustment of status qualify for a work permit<\/a>, and can qualify to obtain permission to travel<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    For more detailed information, learn more on our website<\/a> and read our newsletter issue about Family Immigration (Part 1)<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    This blog includes general information about legal issues and developments in the law. It is intended for informational purposes only and must not be taken as legal advice on any particular set of facts or circumstances. Contact a lawyer licensed in your jurisdiction for advice on specific legal issues and problems.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    We frequently hear this request\u00a0when handling family-based cases.\u00a0 U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents can petition certain relatives for a green card, but there can be waiting lists and delays while the paperwork is pending.\u00a0 Altogether, this means that the\u00a0relative can wait for months, years and even decades before having a green card in hand.\u00a0 […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":878,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[22,20],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-71","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-green-cards","category-marriagefamily-cases"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nI Want to Travel and Work in the U.S. While Waiting for My Family Green Card • Hill & Piibe, Immigration Attorneys<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" 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