How can I sponsor my spouse if they entered the us illegally?

If your spouse entered the United States illegally, it may be more difficult to sponsor them for a green card. However, there are still options available.

One option is to apply for a waiver of inadmissibility based on extreme hardship. This waiver allows your spouse to apply for a green card despite their illegal entry into the U.S., but only if they can demonstrate that their removal from the country would cause you, as their U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse, extreme hardship.

To apply for a waiver of inadmissibility, you must file Form I-601, Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility, with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). In addition to the form, you will need to provide documentation and evidence to support your claim of extreme hardship. This can include medical records, financial statements, and affidavits from family members, among other things.

It's important to note that obtaining a waiver of inadmissibility based on extreme hardship can be a complex and difficult process, and the outcome is not guaranteed. We have an attorney that works on these cases to provide the correct guidance.