Getting married at short notice

[Morris]

Hi,

My Swazi partner has a work visa which is valid until 8th May this year (she originally arrived on a 2 year work permit, and successfully applied for an extension of stay last year). We would like to marry, but I am worried I have left it too late as now she has less than 3 months left on her visa.

Is this an issue?

I understand I would have to apply for a COA in order to marry her, which would normally take 20-70 working days.

Any ideas whether I can still apply for a COA?

Many thanks in advance.

[IMMIGRATION LAWYER]

Hello,

That is still possible. Go for COA. The only difference will be that the BIA will ask her to sign the affidvit that the intention is genuine.

[Morris]

Thanks for the reply. Looks like it may not be too late after all!