F-1 Marrying US Citizen

[Livewire089 0]

Hi,

I am new to this forum and this question may have been asked before. I am an F-1 Student in my final semester. The semester ends on December 17th so I will be in my 60 day grace period from that point onward.

I am marrying my girlfriend of 3 years, who is a US citizen, on November 4th, before the end of the semester.

What I would like to know is, if i apply for adjustment of status during the 60 day grace period, can I legally stay in the US while my application is pending.

I'd appreciate any responses. Also if you are able to provide a link to any government official websites that provide this information I will be forever thankful

Thanks in advance guys and gals!

[Nich-Nick 3,354]

What I would like to know is, if i apply for adjustment of status during the 60 day grace period, can I legally stay in the US while my application is pending.

I'd appreciate any responses. Also if you are able to provide a link to any government official websites that provide this information I will be forever thankful

Thanks in advance guys and gals!

Yes you can. Once you file you are in a new period of authorized stay pending outcome of your application.

USCIS http://www.uscis.gov/green-card/green-card-processes-and-procedures/adjustment-status

Visa Journey guidelines. See the guide for when both reside in the US. http://www.visajourney.com/content/i130guide2

Edited October 15, 2014 by Nich-Nick

[Merrytooth 5,748]

http://www.visajourney.com/content/i130guide2

You can AOS and stay here. Do not leave US till you have AP (I-131) in hand.