Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been living in California since last year, following their shocking decision to step down from their roles as senior members of the British royal family.
Their sudden departure left the world speculating about their motives, but recent developments suggest that Meghan may have had a more calculated plan in mind all along. According to inside sources, Prince Harry’s application for a U.S. Green Card has been denied, leaving him without legal status in the United States. As a result, some claim that he is now entirely dependent on his wife, leading to concerns about the impact on his personal reputation and already strained relationship with the royal family in the UK.
To understand the full picture, we must revisit early 2020, when Harry and Meghan made the unexpected announcement that they would be stepping back from their duties as working royals. Their goal was to seek financial independence and split their time between North America and the UK. The news sent shockwaves through the British royal family and captured the attention of the global media. Many were curious to see how the couple’s attempt to forge a new life as semi-royal celebrities would unfold. In the months that followed, Harry and Meghan leveraged their celebrity status to secure lucrative deals with Netflix and Spotify, purchased a lavish mansion in Montecito, and conducted high-profile interviews in which they leveled various accusations against the royal family. However, behind the scenes, Meghan was reportedly laying the groundwork for a permanent move away from the UK and the responsibilities of royalty.
From the outset, some believe that Meghan viewed Prince Harry as a means to an end—an opportunity to elevate her status from a former actress to a global celebrity. She allegedly understood that cutting ties with the British monarchy would require securing permanent residency in the U.S. In what many see as a shrewd move, Meghan reportedly convinced Harry to apply for a special type of U.S. visa known as the EB-1, or "Einstein Visa," typically reserved for individuals with extraordinary ability in fields like science, business, or the arts. While Harry’s qualifications for this visa might have seemed like a stretch, Meghan’s strategy hinged on leveraging their fame and connections, along with glowing recommendations from high-profile celebrities and charitable partners, to strengthen his application. If successful, the visa would have provided a pathway to permanent residency without the long wait associated with a traditional Green Card application.
Unfortunately for Meghan, this ambitious plan appears to have encountered a major setback. According to sources within U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Harry's application for the EB-1 visa has been denied after a lengthy review process. While no official statement has been made, reports suggest the rejection was based on two key factors. First, immigration officials determined that Prince Harry did not meet the standard of "extraordinary ability" required for the EB-1 visa, as his achievements were deemed insufficient in areas like academic research, business, athletics, or the arts. Second, and perhaps more significantly, some evaluators believed that Harry’s fame and accomplishments were largely attributable to his royal status, rather than his individual merits. This rejection represents a significant blow to Meghan's purported long-term plans for life in America.
Now, without the EB-1 visa or the prospect of a Green Card, Prince Harry’s legal status in the U.S. is uncertain. According to immigration experts, Harry likely entered the country under the 90-day Visa Waiver Program, which allows British citizens to stay in the U.S. for a short period without a visa. However, since his application for permanent residency has been denied, he has overstayed that period and is now in the country unlawfully. This places him at risk of deportation if immigration authorities choose to pursue the matter, creating a potentially humiliating situation for a man who once held one of the most prestigious titles in the world.
As for Meghan, it is believed that this setback may be causing considerable frustration behind the scenes. Her efforts to secure Harry's legal residency—and, by extension, her own stable future in the U.S.—have hit a major obstacle. The media attention, high-profile networking, and efforts to build a brand independent of the monarchy were all part of a broader strategy aimed at securing permanent stardom and financial independence. However, with Harry’s immigration status now in jeopardy, their future in America looks increasingly uncertain. Without the security of long-term residency, some of the couple’s lucrative deals and high-paying projects may be at risk, casting doubt on the viability of their life in the U.S. for the foreseeable future.
