B2 Visitor Visa to Lawful Permanent Residence Through Marriage - Successful Adjustment of Status - Matter of M.N.V.

M.N.V., a native and citizen of Mexico, faced the complex process of adjusting from a B2 visitor visa status to lawful permanent residence after marrying her U.S. citizen spouse following a proposal during her most recent visit to the United States. With concerns about potential immigration intent issues and the need to properly document the bona fides of her marriage, M.N.V. required expert guidance to navigate the adjustment of status process successfully. Thanks to the Law Office of Alexander R. Vail, M.N.V. was able to overcome these challenges and secure lawful permanent residence through marriage to her U.S. citizen spouse. Through careful screening to ensure eligibility under section 245(a) and meticulous preparation of documentation establishing both statutory requirements and marriage authenticity, Alex guided M.N.V. through a successful adjustment process that resulted in interview approval. This case demonstrates how proper legal preparation can help couples navigate the transition from tourist status to permanent residence when genuine relationships develop during lawful visits.

LAWFUL PERMANENT RESIDENCE STATUS GRANTED

Matter of M.N.V. (2025)

M.N.V., a native and citizen of Mexico, had travelled frequently to and from the United States as a B nonimmigrant. After her most recent entry, her U.S. citizen boyfriend proposed to her. After they married, M.N.V. and her spouse connected with Alex to learn about the adjustment of status process. Alex conducted a careful screening to ensure M.N.V. was prima facie eligible to adjust status under section 245(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (hereinafter referred to as the "INA"). When preparing the filing, Alex ensured the bona fides of the marriage was well-documented and that all documentation required to establish statutory eligibility was included. Alex prepared M.N.V. and her spouse for the interview that U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services ("USCIS") scheduled, and M.N.V.'s adjustment application was approved at the conclusion of the interview. M.N.V. is now a lawful permanent resident of the United States.

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By conducting thorough screening to confirm M.N.V.'s prima facie eligibility for adjustment despite entering as a B2 tourist, Alex ensured that all statutory requirements were properly addressed from the outset. His meticulous preparation focused particularly on documenting the bona fides of the marriage, recognizing that USCIS would closely scrutinize relationships that develop after tourist entries to prevent marriage fraud. Alex's comprehensive documentation package included all required evidence to establish statutory eligibility while building a compelling case for the genuine nature of the relationship. His thorough interview preparation ensured that both M.N.V. and her spouse were ready to address all potential questions about their relationship and circumstances, resulting in approval at the conclusion of the USCIS interview.

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