Marriage to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident can provide a path to permanent residency for foreign spouses.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
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Legally valid marriage to a U.S. citizen or green card holder.
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Marriage entered in good faith, not solely for immigration purposes.
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No disqualifying criminal or immigration history.
📝 Application Steps
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File Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative by the U.S. citizen or resident spouse.
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File Form I-485, Application to Adjust Status if inside the U.S.
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Complete biometrics appointment and attend a USCIS interview.
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Conditional green card issued if marriage is less than 2 years old.
🔄 Removing Conditions on Conditional Green Card
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File Form I-751 jointly to remove conditions within 90 days before the card expires.
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Waivers available if spouses are separated or abused.
⚠️ Important Considerations
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Evidence of bona fide marriage (joint finances, cohabitation, affidavits) is critical.
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Fraudulent marriages can result in denial and removal proceedings.
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Legal assistance improves chances of smooth processing.
📞 Borderless Lawyers provides expert help in marriage-based green card applications, protecting your rights and supporting genuine families.