Comprehensive Overview of Immigration Law (COIL) Practice Exam

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What must Jolene do in order for her spouse Maribel to become an LPR?

File an I-130 petition only
Wait until she becomes an LPR and then file a petition
Maribel can directly apply for LPR status
Jolene must apply for her spouse on the same form as her adjustment application

The correct answer is: Wait until she becomes an LPR and then file a petition

To ensure Maribel becomes a Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR), Jolene must first establish her own LPR status before she can sponsor her spouse through the appropriate immigration channels. This is because only U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents can file petitions for immediate family members, including spouses. Once Jolene becomes an LPR, she can then file an I-130 petition on behalf of Maribel to initiate the process for Maribel's permanent residency. This sequence is critical as it reflects the legal requirement that the petitioner must have valid LPR status at the time of filing for a family member. Therefore, Jolene's status as a lawful permanent resident is a prerequisite to filing the necessary petition for Maribel’s adjustment of status or application for permanent residency.