My sons Friend came here with his parents when he was 2 years old and none of them are U.S. citizens. He is now 18 years old and just finished high school. He knows of no other life and has no connections in Mexico. Is their anyway for him to become a legal citizen.
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How did he and his family enter the U.S.?
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Im not sure but they came to Texas frome Mexico and I take it that they came illegally
If he entered the U.S. legally, then upon getting married to the right person for the right reasons, namely love, your son's friend's better half would be able to file papers on his/her behalf. This is called a one-stop. If your son's friend has a U.S. Citizen child, who he/she supports, then Cancellation of Removal could also be an option. The criteria for this are: 1) in the U.S. for more than 10 years; 2) good moral character; and 3) extreme and unusual hardship to a U.S. Citizen parent, spouse, or child.Another option, although a long-shot, is what's called a Private Bill. This is where Congress approves / signs off on a provision allowing just the person in question to stay in the U.S. because of the nature of the case and how sympathetic it is. Congress granted zero PBs in 2009 and 2010, but 2 in 2011.If satisfied, kindly click ACCEPT and comment about your positive experience. I am happy to answer any additional questions at ZERO charge. IMPORTANT: The information you have been provided is general in nature and should not be construed as legal counsel or one creating an attorney-client relationship. Said information is for your general knowledge and research use ONLY and you have paid a fee ONLY for that purpose. Since you agree that none of this information constitutes legal advice, you agree not to rely on its content, but to obtain the appropriate legal counsel by way of a traditional office consultation with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction. No claims, promises or guarantees is hereby made about the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the information contained herein or related sites. Your participation in this dialogue has irrevocably waived any right to privacy, confidentiality and attorney-client privilege concerning the issues discussed in this public venue.
He is now attending college and does not have a girlfriend so does not intend on getting married anytime soon muchless have kids. He is of good moral character, never been in trouble and attends church every sunday. I only just found out because a questioned him not being able to drive. I feel like this needs to be taken care of so he can move on with his life but I dont believe that getting sent back to Mexco would be in his best interest.
I understand where you're coming from, believe me. You mean well and want to help. However, while his case is a very sympathetic one, it appears that his only options are 1) to wait for love (one-stop), 2) to appeal to Congress (private bill), or 3) have a USC parent, spouse, or child who would suffer unusually and extremely as a result of his removal (cancellation of removal - see criteria noted above).