Does US recognize Mexican marriage?
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Does US recognize Mexican marriage?
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.
How do I get a divorce if I get married abroad?
To apply, you need to complete an Application for Divorce and file it at the Court with a copy of your marriage certificate. If the certificate is in another language, you need to file an English translation of it together with an affidavit from the person who translated it.
Do I need to register my marriage in the US if I get married abroad?
In general, unless the marriage breaks US law, marriages which are legally performed and valid abroad are also legally valid in the United States. Inquiries regarding the validity of a marriage abroad should be directed to the attorney general of the state in the United States where the parties to the marriage live.
Does the IRS recognize foreign marriage?
A foreign marriage is recognized for federal tax purposes if it is recognized in the country the marriage occurred, and also recognized by any state, territory, or possession of the United States.
Can I stay in America if I marry an American?
A U.S. citizen who wishes to marry a non-U.S. citizen or permanent resident can help their fiancé(e) obtain permanent residence in different ways. Once you marry, your spouse can apply for permanent residence and remain in the United States while we process the application.
Do you automatically get a green card when you marry a US citizen?
Requirements for the Beneficiary (Applicant Requirements) The beneficiary, or person who is applying to receive a green card, is generally automatically eligible to receive a green card once they are lawfully married to a U.S. citizen or green card holder.
