Reply #44: You don't. Sorry. Why? [View All]

[TaleWgnDg]

Because Vermont so-called "civil unions" are recognized in Vermont. Any dealings with immigration (Homeland Security) is federal law. Our federal government does not recognize, in law, Vermont's "civil unions."

However, before you go any farther (or I do, here), it's vital that you confer w/ your own attorney. Particularly where you may be applying for and filling out federal documentation wherein you both have undergone a "civil union" partnership. It's vital that all documentation be filled out accurately. DU is no place to obtain legal advice.

And, btw, so-called "civil unions" and marriage are far from the same as you state . . . very very very far from the same . . . (read some of my posts in this thread for a further explanation).



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