When it comes to immigration cases, proving a bona-fide marriage can be critical. In fact, U.S. Citizenship, and Immigration Services (USCIS) requires evidence that the marriage is not fraudulent and entered into for the sole for the purpose of evading U.S. immigration laws. USCIS takes marriage fraud very seriously and has implemented various measures to…
Category Archives: Green Card Through Marriage
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Demystifying Form I-864: A Comprehensive Guide to Completing the Affidavit of Support for U.S. Immigration Sponsorship
Financial sponsorship is a crucial aspect of the immigration process, especially in family-based cases, e.g., spousal, parent, and sibling petitions. This form is used to establish the relationship between a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and their foreign relative who is seeking to immigrate to the United States. Here are the key points to understanding…
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Breaking Down the Complexities of the Visa Bulletin: What You Need to Know
The Visa Bulletin is a critical resource for anyone seeking to immigrate to the United States. This monthly publication, issued by the US Department of State (DOS), provides valuable information on the availability of immigrant visas for individuals from various countries and categories. Understanding the Visa Bulletin and its complex system of priority dates and…
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How To Overcome A Lengthy Absence From The US As A Green Card Holder
Once you obtain the green card you need to be careful not to lose it. Obtaining a green card and maintaining permanent residence requires an individual to spend most of their time in the US. When COVID hit a lot of green card holders got caught outside of the US and were forced to remain…
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What To Expect During A Marriage-Based Interview?
So having filed your immigration paperwork with USCIS and after enduring the prolonged processing times USCIS has now sent you a notice asking you to appear for an interview. So, what can you expect? Clients often ask me how they can prepare for an interview and want a set list of questions; however, there is…
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The 5 Year Rule – Getting Remarried as a Green Card Holder
Obtaining a green card through marriage is often described as one of the easiest ways to obtain lawful permanent residency. However, what happens if after obtaining the green card you get divorced? Can you get remarried and sponsor your new spouse? While this is certainly possible, if an individual received a green card through marriage,…
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Obtaining a Green Card through Marriage – Part 1
Part 1: General overview. Which route is applicable? If you are a US Citizen or a Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) your spouse is eligible to obtain his/her green card through your relationship. Within Part 1 of this article series, we will provide general information to help with determining which route is applicable when filing for…
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Obtaining a Green Card through Marriage – Part 2
Part 2: Adjustment of status Please see the flowchart on our website, which provides the general steps involved with this type of filing. [Link-AOS Flowchart]. Part 2 of this series will provide further details on the steps and important items to consider when filing the cases with USCIS. If your Foreign National Spouse is immediately…
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Obtaining a Green Card through Marriage – Part 3
Part 3: Consular Processing Please see the flowchart on our website, which provides the general steps involved with the consular processing procedure. [Link]. Part 3 of this series will provide further details on the process and important things to consider when dealing with USCIS and National Visa Center (NVC). I-130, Petition for Alien Relative The…