Same sex marriage in the US for foreigners on vacation

1. Can you get married in another country and still be legally married in the US?
2. Does US Immigration recognize same-sex marriage?
3. Which states allow same-sex marriage in USA?
4. Can you be married in 2 different countries?
5. What happens if an American marries a Nigerian?
6. What happens when an American marries a foreigner?
7. Does the US allow a citizen to sponsor a non citizen in a same-sex marriage?
8. What made same-sex marriage legal?
9. Does the Philippines recognize foreign same-sex marriage?
10. Where can two females get married?
11. Can I marry two wives in USA?
12. Can an Indian marry an American?
13. Can you stay in the US if you marry a citizen?

Can you get married in another country and still be legally married in the US?

In general, 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 where you live.

Does US Immigration recognize same-sex marriage?

The short answer: yes! The U.S. Supreme Court's federal marriage equality decision in 2013 (United States v. Windsor) means that same-sex marriages are treated the same as heterosexual marriages for immigration purposes under U.S. law.

Which states allow same-sex marriage in USA?

Which states allow same-sex marriage?

• Alabama. Legalized in0.
• Alaska. Legalized in0.
• Arizona. Legalized in0.
• Arkansas. Legalized in0.
• California. Legalized in2013.
• Colorado. Legalized in0.
• Connecticut. Legalized in2008.
• Washington D.C. Legalized in2009.

Can you be married in 2 different countries?

Answer. Yes. Your husband's bigamy (being legally married to two women at the same time) could cause your interviewing officer at United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to decide that you are practicing polygamy. ... Unfortunately, USCIS interprets polygamy as a cultural or religious practice.

What happens if an American marries a Nigerian?

After your marriage in the U.S., your new spouse can apply to USCIS for a green card, through a process called adjustment of status (the primary form for which is the I-485). The two of you will attend a green card interview at a local USCIS office.

What happens when an American marries a foreigner?

An immigrant who marries a U.S. citizen must apply for a green card (U.S. permanent residence). This is a long process involving many forms and documents. ... After successfully obtaining a green card, the immigrant spouse can, after three years as a permanent resident, apply for U.S. citizenship.

Does the US allow a citizen to sponsor a non citizen in a same-sex marriage?

However, the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in United States v. Windsor to overturn a provision in the Defense of Marriage Act ("DOMA") means that the same-sex foreign spouses of U.S. citizens and permanent residents are now eligible to apply for green cards.

What made same-sex marriage legal?

Hodges decision. June 26, 2015 marks a major milestone for civil rights in the United States, as the Supreme Court announces its decision in Obergefell v. Hodges.

Does the Philippines recognize foreign same-sex marriage?

None at the national level but many anti-discrimination ordinances exist at the local government level. The Family Code of the Philippines defines marriage as "a special contract of permanent union between a man and a woman". The Constitution of the Philippines does not prohibit same-sex marriage.

Where can two females get married?

Besides Oregon and Pennsylvania, these states allow gay marriage: California, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Iowa, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington.

Can I marry two wives in USA?

United States

Polygamy is the act or condition of a person marrying another person while still being lawfully married to another spouse. It is illegal in the United States. The crime is punishable by a fine, imprisonment, or both, according to the law of the individual state and the circumstances of the offense.

Can an Indian marry an American?

According to information provided by the U.S. consulate, valid Indian marriages can take the form of either a religious or a civil ceremony. Some, but not all religious ceremonies will lead to a certificate that is considered sufficient for U.S. immigration and other legal purposes.

Can you stay in the US if you marry a citizen?

Once you marry, your spouse can apply for permanent residence and remain in the United States while we process the application. If you choose this method, file a Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé(e). Filing instructions and forms are available on our Web site at www. uscis.