Adjustment from L1 visa to marriage-based greencard

[tudon]

Hi All,

I got laid off the day after I got married (was on L1 visa). In some ways, we saw it coming, so we got married a little earlier than we normally would. I am now applying for concurrent application (I-130 and I-485) so I can get my EAD. Do I need to explain the situation specifically in the cover letter, and if so how should I position it? We have been living together and would have married anyway, but since it looks a bit like we did it early to save the situation, was wondering if any explanation is required. Would appreciate some advice.

[tudon]

Hi All,

I got laid off the day after I got married (was on L1 visa). In some ways, we saw it coming, so we got married a little earlier than we normally would. I am now applying for concurrent application (I-130 and I-485) so I can get my EAD. Do I need to explain the situation specifically in the cover letter, and if so how should I position it? We have been living together and would have married anyway, but since it looks a bit like we did it early to save the situation, was wondering if any explanation is required. Would appreciate some advice.

Can anyone advise pls? Any guidance will be greatly appreciated.

[iuy87]

Can anyone advise pls? Any guidance will be greatly appreciated.

i personally will not bring it up unless it is asked, just choose ur wording carefully. if u mention it, it will seem like u got married just to get immigration benefit.