Is a marriage in another country valid in the US?

Is a marriage in another country valid in the US?

Marriages performed overseas are considered valid in the country where they take place if they are entered into in accordance with local law. Recognition of the validity of marriages performed abroad depends on the laws of the place in which the marriage is to be recognized.

Is a marriage in Mexico recognized in the United States?

A civil wedding in Mexico is fully valid for legal purposes in the U.S., but a religious ceremony without the civil ceremony is not, as U.S. law only recognizes marriages which are valid in the country in which they take place.

What happens when you marry someone from another country?

Once you're married, you can apply to change the foreign spouse's status to permanent resident status, which is commonly referred to as having a “green card.” A green card gives someone the ability to live and work in the United States permanently. The conditional status can be removed after two years of marriage.

Does California recognize marriage other country?

The State of California recognizes marriages that are validly made in other states or foreign jurisdictions, as long as the marriage would be recognized in that jurisdiction. Consider speaking with a California family law attorney if you need legal assistance or have additional questions about California marriage law.

Can you be legally married in two different countries?

Yes you can. In order to not be recorded as being married to two different people each living in a different county you simply avoid recording it in your home country. One marriage was recorded and one was not so legally I was only married to one Chinese woman but in fact married with two at the same time.