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Aftn All,

Wife came to US last year and we got married in Dec (2012). I have already filed the I-130 for spouse and her son (currently 17). Case Status shows "Initial Review".

My question is............. I am filing the I-485, but want to know if I need to file one for the son as well. This is so overwhelming! Just wanting to make sure I get everything submitted correctly to alleviate and duplicate work.

Thanks in Advance,

Bob

Thx Folks!!

Yes, I am not as concerned with the work per-say......as I am with the SSN# Yes, supposedly there are companies here in the US that provide #'s for those requesting them in that manner. From my understanding the number is not bound to any citizen, and it is a ghost number. But it is still associated with the Mrs now in the eyes of the IRS (at least). I am not sure there is any way around this...... Any truthful way.

And in regards to marrying someone who would do this, I just found out. I knew she was here on a Tourist Visa and working, but didn't find out about the SSN until Jan (married in Dec).

ok, I am new to all this stuff! So plz bear with me! I do NOT want to break any rules, lie about anything, or misrepresent anything to those who will make decisions about our future. With that being said, plz allow me a few moments to explain some details.

I met my Mrs. in the end of June 2012, and married in December. Her visit expired in August. She told me that she had a Tax ID, and was working.......although I found out later that she was not supposed to work while here on a tourist visa. We spoke to an immigration lawyer (on a free consultation) last fall, and he told us to go ahead and get married. Then come see him in six months to start the proceedings.

I found out last month that she also has a SSN (from a company that makes them available), which is on her W-2......and now in the IRS's hands. My impression is now the government is aware of this SSN and it is attached to her name from a searchable database.

I have several concerns, and request any advise / recommendations you folks could provide.

1. Do I need to be worried about this SSN?

2. Am I to begin with an I-130 (is the Mrs now considered a relative)?

3. Does she need to go back to her home country, and have me request a spouse visa?

4. Is the whole "working on a tourist visa" thing grounds for immigration to deport her?

5. Is it worth the $$$$ to get the immigration attorney? Is there a list (by state) that anyone could recommend?

Any / All advise is Greatly appreciated!!

B~