American women marrying foreigners or getting married abroad should consider several key factors
LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
Research the marriage laws in the country where you plan to get married, including any necessary documents, residency requirements, or restrictions.
DOCUMENTATION GATHER REQUIRED
DOCUMENTS
SUCH AS
- Valid Passport
- Birth Certificate
- Divorce or Death Certificate (if applicable)
- Marital Status Affidavit(in some cases)
US Recognition
Your marriage will generally be recognized in the US if it's valid in the country where you got married, but you may need to:
Authenticate Your Marriage Certificate
Get an apostille or certified translation
Update Your Records
Inform the Social Security Administration, DMV, and other relevant agencies
IMMIGRATION
- Visa Requirements
K-1 visa or immigrant visa
- Form I-130
Petition for Alien Relative
- Adjustment of Status
Apply for a green card
SOME IMPORTANT RESOURCES TO KEEP IN MIND
- US DEPARTMENT OF STATE
(link unavailable) for information on marriage abroad
- US EMBASSY OR CONSULATE For assistance with marriage and authentication
- USCIS
For immigration-related queries and applications
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