Can One Get Married on a Tourist Visa? (Ⅱ)

Eight things you should know before getting married in the US while on a tourist visa or on a Visa Waiver:

1.       The marriage must be in good-faith:

One of the most important things that you will have to prove to the immigration officers is that your marriage is entered in good faith. If the officers realize that the marriage was entered only for the immigration benefits, they will deny the application and deport you back to your home country. You will have to submit sufficient documents and proof that your marriage is really a good-faith marriage.

2.       Marriage should not be immediately after you land in the US:

It is generally not advisable that you get married immediately after landing in the US. If the marriage happens all of a sudden, and you can prove that, you may be alright. But if you entered with preconceived marriage plans, then it is recommended that you get married only after spending a reasonable period of time in the US on your tourist visa.

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