If you and your spouse plan to live permanently together in the United States, the next big thing on your mind may be applying for a marriage-based green card. Green Family immigration Law specializes in helping married couples get their spouse a green card.
Questions about the marriage green card?
A marriage immigration green card allows the spouse of a U.S. citizen to live and work anywhere in the United States. A green cardholder will have “permanent resident” status until they decide — if they wish — to apply for U.S. citizenship, for which they become eligible after three years.
Getting a green card through marriage is generally a three-step process.
Establishing the marriage relationship (Form I-130)
1
The main purpose of the I-130 form, along with supporting documents, is to establish that a valid marriage exists.
Apply for the green card (Form I-485 or Form DS-260)
2
The U.S. government follows two different processes to determine a spouse’s eligibility for a marriage-based green card. The right process depends on where that spouse currently lives
Attend the green card interview and await approval
3
The interviewing officer’s primary goal is to assess the authenticity of the marriage. If the interviewing officer is sufficiently convinced that the marriage is not fraudulent, they will approve the spouse for a green card.
With The Law Firm of Esther S. Noh, you get the confidence of an independent immigration attorney who will review all of your materials and answer any questions you have — learn more today!
The total processing time for a marriage green card depends on where you live in the United States. However, the typical processing time is between 10-14 months. The Law Firm of Esther S. Noh has put together an in-depth guide detailing the processing times for your marriage green card application.
The best way to ensure your marriage green card doesn’t get delayed is to file all your paperwork correctly the first time around. Our law firm will help you steer clear of common mistakes and make sure you submit a strong application. To learn more, schedule a consultation.
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