Augusta, GA Immigration Law Firms & Lawyers

"Original" and "certified copy" are terms that often are used interchangeably. Aside from that note, if you are facing a risk of wrongful removal/deportation, you should engage an immigration attorney to assist you. Catholic Charities and the Latin American Association sometimes are able to offer legal assistance for this type of case upon a needs-based fee basis, and even if they are unable to offer free or reduced-fee assistance it would be wise for you to borrow money if necessary for this type of legal assistance. The risks are significant and the financial cost to seek a remedy in the future may be much greater than the cost to resolve the matter now.

Generally, a foreign national who entered the U.S. lawfully and with inspection (such as with an F1 visa), and who then becomes married to a U.S. citizen, successfully may complete a marriage-based adjustment of status application process in the U.S., to become a Permanent Resident (to get a "Green Card") without having to return abroad. This is true regardless of whether the foreign national's previous visa may have become terminated for rule violations regarding too many online classes. Especially since you and your spouse appear not to be fully familiar with the often complex immigration regulations and application processes, it would be wise for you to consult with an immigration attorney. After learning all of the relevant information about you and your spouse, the attorney would be able to advise about eligibilities, options and strategies and would be able to offer legal representation for the application process.