Re: Absence from USA and still obtaining US Citizenship?
> Yes, it's possible to acquire her 10-year PR without conditions. In
> order to do that, you need to be married over 2 years when she gets
> approved.
>
> No, she will not be required to leave the USA if you divorce anytime
> after she receives PR status, even if it's conditional. But you will
> still be her financial sponsor, even after divorce, at any point,
> until one of the following happens:
> 1. She works 40 quarters of qualifying work (about 10 years);
> 2. She becomes a USC;
> 3. She leaves the USA permanently; or
> 4. She dies.
>
> Rene
One more thought....some AOS officers issue a conditional 2-year card to
a K-1 entrant, even if they've been married over 2 years. It's been
known to happen.
Rene
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