Is it legal for cousins to marry in the US?
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Is it legal for cousins to marry in the US?
In the United States, second cousins are legally allowed to marry in every state. Marriage between first cousins, however, is legal in only about half of American states.
What happens if you marry an American citizen?
If you marry a U.S, citizen, you won't be eligible for U.S. citizenship right away. But you might become eligible for a U.S. green card, which can lead to U.S. citizenship. If you marry a U.S, citizen, you won't be eligible for U.S. citizenship right away.
Can you marry someone in another country if you’re already married?
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.
