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Filed: IR-1/CR-1 Visa Country: Thailand
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Let's get it out there that I am way over my head.

My partner of almost 20 years is Thai and she has been in America since 1972. The last document she has (that I know of) is a Resident Alien IR1 with an Adj date of Sept, 1972. She and the husband "tied" to the card have parted long ago and she has been married several times since to other US citizens.

She is reaching retirement age and the immigration thing is going to stall the process I am sure. Now at 65 years of age, not able to read/write English (or any other language) and her inabilities becoming more pronounced as her age advances; what would be our first steps in securing her citizenship and thereby her social security (hopefully). I know no-one's social security may be guaranteed these days, but she has worked like a fiend for the betterment of not only the US, but of mankind in general (all documented along with a valid SSN).

I know it may seem everyone has been dragging their feet (fact).

If any other info is needed to provide accurate advice; we will provide the info.

She also receives her earning statements from the IRS every couple years. Valid SSN.

I appreciate all input as I am a bit out of my league with law and to boot immigration. I'm not new to research and do not mind the legwork: Just need a kick in the right direction because of being overwhelmed. I have been trying to get her Medicare/Medicaid started as well but when it comes to entering any kind of A# for the resident, the format is incorrect as the number (on the physical card) is one digit short of a valid (newer?) A#. I also had this formatting issue when I tried to sign her up for Obama-care. Therefore my suspicion that all these immigration issues would have to be taken care of first.

Sincere thanks,

Jody

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I supposed she is a permanent resident of US, so no need for adjustment of status here.

She could file for US Citizenship N400

See this thread for language requirement:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/515206-citizenship-interview-for-an-aged-person/

If She has work for at least 40 quarters (10 years) and paid Social Security taxes, then she should qualify for retirement benefits

http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-10072.pdf

http://www.ssa.gov/


And you don't have to be a US citizen to qualify for retirement benefits.

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Done with K1, AOS and ROC

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Filed: Citizen (apr) Country: Nigeria
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Let's get it out there that I am way over my head.

My partner of almost 20 years is Thai and she has been in America since 1972. The last document she has (that I know of) is a Resident Alien IR1 with an Adj date of Sept, 1972. She and the husband "tied" to the card have parted long ago and she has been married several times since to other US citizens.

She is reaching retirement age and the immigration thing is going to stall the process I am sure. Now at 65 years of age, not able to read/write English (or any other language) and her inabilities becoming more pronounced as her age advances; what would be our first steps in securing her citizenship and thereby her social security (hopefully). I know no-one's social security may be guaranteed these days, but she has worked like a fiend for the betterment of not only the US, but of mankind in general (all documented along with a valid SSN).

I know it may seem everyone has been dragging their feet (fact).

If any other info is needed to provide accurate advice; we will provide the info.

She also receives her earning statements from the IRS every couple years. Valid SSN.

I appreciate all input as I am a bit out of my league with law and to boot immigration. I'm not new to research and do not mind the legwork: Just need a kick in the right direction because of being overwhelmed. I have been trying to get her Medicare/Medicaid started as well but when it comes to entering any kind of A# for the resident, the format is incorrect as the number (on the physical card) is one digit short of a valid (newer?) A#. I also had this formatting issue when I tried to sign her up for Obama-care. Therefore my suspicion that all these immigration issues would have to be taken care of first.

Sincere thanks,

Jody

Well a IR1 is a 10 year green card. Has she been renewing her green card every 10 years? Does she have legal status currently? Or are you saying she has been out of status (here illegally) since 1972?

Honestly her best course of action is to seek a lawyer to sort all this out.

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Filed: IR-1/CR-1 Visa Country: Thailand
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Thanks for all input.

Problem with Obama-Care and SS is that the Alien number will not register so I am under the impression that she is in need of a "newer" number in a different format.

I have no idea what her current status may be: I do know that there has been no adjustments since we have been together (20 years). I know absolutely nothing regarding immigration so this has been a tough cookie.

She has worked from day 1 and gets earning statements from IRS.

Oh, man; the anxiety this is creating.

As our funds are limited, I will try to find an org that may be able to help in these legal matters. Not sure who/what is legitimate but have been diligently seeking out valid options.

Thanks again,

FeelingBurried

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She must have very old version of green card with no expiration date:

You may read more information here:

http://www.uscis.gov/archive/archive-news/uscis-issues-update-permanent-resident-card-replacement-proposal

http://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/USCIS/Resources/B2en.pdf

USCIS recommends those who hold these permanent resident cards with no expiration date to replace their cards but there is currently no requirement to do so.

Done with K1, AOS and ROC

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Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Wales
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They used to be issued without expiry dates. Sounds like she needs a new type.

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