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UncategorizedCamden Alchanati

If you or a loved one has been deported from the United States, you may wonder:

“Can I legally return and get married in the U.S., even on a tourist visa or through the 90-day visa waiver?”

This blog post breaks it all down: immigration laws, marriage eligibility in California, and how Get Married Today helps couples navigate even the most complex marriage situations — including international and immigration-related scenarios.

🛑 First: What Does It Mean to Be Deported?

Deportation is the formal removal of a person from the United States by immigration authorities.

Depending on the reason and method of removal, the individual may face a 5-, 10-, 20-year, or even lifetime ban from reentering the U.S.

  • 5-Year Ban: Often issued after expedited removal at the border.
  • 10-Year Ban: Common after removal following immigration court proceedings.
  • 20-Year Ban: Repeat immigration violations.
  • Permanent Bar: For those with aggravated felonies or multiple unlawful entries.

These bars apply regardless of intent to visit for tourism, family, or marriage.

👉 If you’re unsure which applies to you, consult with a licensed immigration attorney. YourLocalNotaryPublic.com can notarize affidavits and legal forms required during this process.

✈️ Can Someone Reenter the U.S. Using a 90-Day ESTA Visa After Deportation?

Short answer: No.

The Visa Waiver Program (VWP), which includes the 90-day ESTA, is not available to people who have been deported or overstayed previous visas.

U.S. immigration systems flag and deny ESTA authorization to:

  • Anyone previously removed or deported.
  • Anyone who overstayed a prior visa.
  • Anyone with certain criminal or immigration violations.

Even applying for a B-2 Tourist Visa from a U.S. embassy abroad will likely result in denial unless:

  • You wait out the bar period (5–20 years), or
  • You successfully obtain a waiver of inadmissibility.

📝 Want to know if you’re eligible? We can help refer you to immigration experts at Immigration-Experts.com.

💍 Can You Still Get Married in California if You’re Here Legally?

Yes! If you are physically in California with valid entry, Get Married Today can:

Your immigration status is NOT required to get married in California.

✅ What Documents Do You Need to Get Legally Married?

To get married with GetMarried.Today, you’ll need:

  • Valid government-issued ID (passport, driver’s license, consular ID).
  • Proof that both parties are over 18.
  • Both parties must be present and consenting.
  • No documentation of immigration status is required.

Click here to book your same-day wedding appointment.

🔁 What If You Can’t Reenter? Alternative Options

If you’re banned from entering the U.S., but still want to marry your U.S.-based partner:

1. 

Marry Abroad

  • GetMarried.Today can issue U.S. documents needed to support international marriage filings.
  • After the foreign marriage, your U.S. citizen spouse can start the I-130 immigration petition process.

2. 

Get Married Online or via Proxy (in some states)

While California doesn’t allow proxy marriage, some states (like Utah) do offer legal online marriages for couples abroad.

Need your marriage certificate apostilled for use abroad? OrangeCountyApostille.org can help — even if you marry outside the U.S.

⚖️ Does Getting Married Erase Immigration Problems?

No. While marriage to a U.S. citizen may make you eligible to apply for a green card, it does not automatically fix:

  • Deportation bars
  • Illegal reentry
  • Prior visa overstays
  • Unlawful presence waivers

💡 However, it may allow you to apply for certain waivers of inadmissibility, depending on your unique case.

An immigration lawyer may help you pursue:

  • Form I-212 (Permission to Reapply After Removal)
  • Form I-601 or I-601A (Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility)

Need help with these forms? YourLocalNotaryPublic.com notarizes immigration support documents.

🔐 Real Couples, Real Solutions

We’ve helped couples:

  • Marry in California and apostille their marriage certificate for use in Mexico, Spain, and the Philippines.
  • Obtain translated and notarized birth certificates through Your Local Notary.
  • Secure Hague Apostilles for marriage documents through Orange County Apostille.

🌎 Can’t Travel to the U.S.? Here’s What We Can Still Help With:

✅ Translate and apostille birth, divorce, or marriage records.

✅ Support legal marriage document prep for consular use.

✅ Create notarized affidavits and power of attorney letters.

✅ Coordinate same-day apostille processing for urgent international filings.

OrangeCountyApostille.org and YourLocalNotaryPublic.com both offer rush shipping, mobile notary, and in-office appointments.

❤️ Same-Day Marriage Services — For Couples with Immigration Challenges

At GetMarried.Today, we understand love doesn’t wait for bureaucracy. Our services are:

  • Private & confidential
  • Available 7 days a week
  • Include marriage license + ceremony
  • Available to U.S. citizens and non-citizens

Whether you’re racing against a visa expiration or marrying before starting a long-distance spousal visa process, we’re here to help.

🧠 Final Thoughts: Can You Reenter After Deportation and Get Married?

Not without addressing the deportation first.

The 90-day visa waiver (ESTA) and tourist visas are not available to anyone with a removal record.

But that doesn’t mean love is off the table.

If you’re already in California with valid entry, you can absolutely get legally married today.

If you’re abroad, you still have options — and we’re here to guide you.

📞 Let’s Talk

Still have questions about how to marry legally with a complicated immigration history?

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