Oh no. This statement blows the entire thread Can't you be more detailed in why it's tough to go this route!

Hopefully I rescued it ----------------->

Which is legal in some states, but then again, states do not have a say in immigration matters, and same-sex marriage is not recognized at the federal level, and very unlikely will be in the near future

Ok Spill the master plan ......

Yes, do, please state something that hasn't already been said or isn't common knowledge.... go on, I dare you.

The only things I can think of are:

a) Be Cuban
b) Marry a USC

um... i know *smirks* but this thread is a tongue in cheek guide.... and who said anything about legalizing? i'm talking about those who come for a holiday, and stay for 20 years.... sans paperwork

Tut tut on all you non searchers. Two clicks! Two, I tell you!
Don't see how this plan works going forward though. Maybe there is another one in the list?

Green Card Through Registry

Registry is a section of immigration law that enables certain individuals who have been present in the United States since January 1, 1972 the ability to apply for a green card (permanent residence), even if they are currently in the United States unlawfully.
Eligibility Criteria

You may be eligible to receive a green card (permanent residence) under the registry provisions if you meet all of the following conditions:

* You entered the United States prior to January 1, 1972
* You have resided in the United States continuously since January 1, 1972
* You are a person of good moral character
* You are not ineligible for naturalization (citizenship)
* You are not removable (deportable) under Section 237(a)(4)(B) the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) (see “INA” link to the right)
* You are not inadmissible under Section 212(a)(3)(E) of the INA or as a criminal, procurer, other immoral person, subversive, violator of the narcotics laws or alien smuggler


Other Ways to Get a Green Card

Although most immigrants come to live permanently in the United States through a family member’s sponsorship, employment, or a job offer, there are many other ways to get a green card (permanent residence).

These special adjustment programs are limited to individuals meeting particular qualifications and/or applying during certain time frames.
(see list)

He/she was talking pretense not past.

And, I was aware of Green Card Through Registry but had never read the info.. I got to one click and gave up...

Which leads me to believe he/she is just referring to AOS from various visa's and VWP.

...because it's full

I have a couple of friends here in NY who overstayed on the VWP and are in the process of "normalizing" their status, both through marriage. Both are currently working legally, or at least semi-legally, paying taxes, and neither has been back home for at least 5 years. One of them has also succeeded in building up decent credit.

Hey I just got an email saying that some guy just died and his fortune is going to be taken away by the goverment. If you let them use your bank account and give them your soc number etc so they can claim the money you can become a millionaire. Wow huh? I decided I can't be bothered to become a millionaire this week so I can forward it to you if your interested

so we are in the process ... not actually sorted
oh Dear

Are either of them semi-pregnant? Just curious.

~ Jenney

... because there are loads of Irish pubs in New York that will pay you under the table - must be true because your mate said so.

Hey you how's things with you?

sorry for the OT post