Am I able to marry a U.S. citizen if I enroll in DACA?

Matthew Thomas 13-04-2024

Yes, a person with DACA can definitely marry a US citizen.

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In fact, one way for DACA users to possibly get a green card and become legal permanent residents is to marry a US citizen.

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The US has immigration rules that say a person with DACA can apply to become a permanent resident if they marry a US citizen.

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To do this, you need to fill out and send to USCIS certain forms, like Form I-130 and Form I-485.

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But keep in mind that these forms are not always approved.

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The USCIS will carefully look over the marriage to make sure it is real and not just an attempt to get visa benefits.

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Also, people who get DACA may have to deal with problems, like being in the US illegally, which could make it harder to adjust to their new situation.

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If you have DACA and want to marry a US citizen, you should talk to an immigration lawyer who knows everything there is to know.

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This is how you can get a green card. They can help you understand the rules and what's at stake.

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