Marriage Green Card

There are two type of marriage based green cards: 1. spouses of U.S. Citizens and 2. spouses of legal permanent residents.

Green Card Marriage to Citizen

Spouses of U.S. citizens are defined as “immediate relatives,” therefore do not have to wait for an immigrant visa number to become available once the visa petition filed for them is approved by USCIS.

Instead, marriage green cards are immediately available to foreign nationals who are spouses of U.S. citizens.  However, the process for obtaining a marriage green card can be very complex.

An immigration lawyer can assist you in obtaining a marriage green card.  Our immigration law firm understands the process and will help you with the documentation required to obtain a marriage based green card efficiently and effectively.

Green Card Marriage to Legal Permanent Resident

Foreign nationals married to U.S. permanent residents (green card holders) are eligible for a marriage green card, however they must wait for a immigrant visa number to become available.

Alternatively, spouses of green card holders may residing in the U.S. may be eligible for adjustment of status.

An immigration lawyer can review your immigration situation and assist you to evaluate whether you are eligible for a marriage green card and determine the best strategy for obtaining a marriage based green card.