> My fiance and I were considering going this route. We were even
> advised by an immigration attorney that it's easier to just get
> married on the visa waiver program then change status. However, I've
> recently heard some horror stories of people who have done this. True,
> a lot that are obviously in love get through, but many do not. Those
> who do not are deported and can be banned from even visiting the US
> for years.
>
> At first we wanted to be together quickly, at any cost, but now that
> we think about it, it's worth waiting the 6 to 9 months now... god
> forbid he was deported. You could be perfect in every way, but it all
> comes down to an immigration officer and what kind of day he or she
> has had.
>
> It doesn't seem fair, but when you think about all scum these laws
> keep out of the country it is. If everyone skipped the K-1 and married
> on the visa waiver, eventually the visa waiver would be obliterated.
> That's not fair to anyone.
>
> FYI as well, in order to moniter people marrying on the vwp a lot of
> courthouses are only granting marriage licenses to people with
> approved K-1 Visas or social security numbers. I know my local
> courthouse here in southeastern PA is doing this, so when we
> considered the idea we had to consider flying to Vegas...and that's
> even more money.
>
> Just think clearly, you love this person with all your heart so think
> about having a future with them. It hurts, but it will be worth it in
> the end if you do things legally. Good luck.
That posts a couple years old....
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