If I marry someone in the US while I live in Europe, would I be able to work in the US legally?

Question

If I marry someone in the US while I live in Europe, would I be able to work in the US legally?

Answer 1

Not automatically.  You still need to apply for a work visa.

Answer 2

You would only be able to work in the US legally when you file the necessary paperwork and receive employment authorization and a Social Security Number.

Answer 3

If you check with the Embassy's you will find the green card is not automatic,they will let you know all the rules and regulations

Answer 4

you would have to visit the closest American Embassy or Consulate to fill out the proper paperwork. A navy buddy of mine married a Welsh girl and I drove them to the American Embassy to clear her for life in the USA, but that was before 9/11, it probably more of a pain in the **** now

Answer 5

No. Your American citizen spouse must apply for a spousal visa for you and this can easily take 2 to 3 years.  The only other way to work legally in the U.S. is to get a contract with an American employer for a specific period of time...and this is very difficult.  Sometimes it is actually better for the American toapply for a fiance visa for the other person.... thiscan prevent a long separation from each other after you are married.  See site below.

Answer 6

YES, you will be able to work in the US. It is a long and tedious process but doable if you are patient.

Answer 7

It may be better to have your US boyfriend/girlfriend to file a Fiance' Visa (K1).  The K1 visa processing takes about 6 months, faster than the spousal visa. Once you arrive in the US, you can apply for work authorization (I-765), and may start working right away.  See link to the USCIS site below. Good luck!