Marriage – Green Card

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What Is Marriage - Green Card?

A marriage-based green card offers a path to lawful permanent residency for foreign spouses of U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. To qualify, couples must prove the authenticity of their relationship and comply with all applicable U.S. immigration laws.

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Marriage - Green Card Eligibility Requirements

To apply for a marriage-based green card in the United States, you and your spouse must meet specific immigration requirements. At AJM Consulting, we guide you through each step to ensure a smooth and successful process. Here’s what’s needed:

Valid Marriage
Your marriage must be legally recognized and genuinely based on a real relationship—not solely for immigration purposes.
Spouse’s Immigration Status
You must be legally married to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
Proof of Genuine Relationship
Provide evidence that your marriage is bona fide. This can include joint financial documents, shared property, photos together, and affidavits from people who know your relationship.
Financial Support Requirement
The U.S. citizen or resident spouse must demonstrate financial ability to support you by submitting Form I-864 (Affidavit of Support).
Medical Examination
The immigrant spouse must complete a medical exam to meet U.S. immigration health standards.

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How to Apply for a Marriage - Green Card: Key Documentation and Requirements

Guidance from AJM Consulting

The documents needed to apply for a marriage-based green card can vary depending on your personal situation and evolving immigration policies. However, these are the key documents typically required by USCIS. At AJM Consulting, we help ensure every detail is handled with care:

Proof of Identity and Legal Status
Valid passport, birth certificate, marriage certificate, and other ID documents for both spouses.
Evidence of a Genuine Marriage
Documents showing a real, ongoing relationship—such as joint utility bills, shared leases or bank accounts, photos over time, and communication history.
Form I-130
Petition for Alien Relative (filed by the U.S. citizen or resident spouse).
Form I-485
Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status (for applicants within the U.S.).
Form I-864
Affidavit of Support, showing the sponsoring spouse can financially support the applicant.
Copy of Visa (if applicable)
Copy of I-94 Record (if applicable)
Medical Examination Results
Issued by a USCIS-approved civil surgeon.
Police Clearance and Background Checks
For countries where the applicant has resided (if required).
Passport-Sized Photos
Typically two for each spouse.
Application Fee Receipts
Proof of payment for all required USCIS filing fees.

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Steps to apply for the Marriage - Green card

Determine Eligibility
Before beginning, confirm that you qualify as the spouse of a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident. You must meet specific relationship criteria and fulfill the legal requirements for a marriage-based green card.
Compile Documentation
Gather strong evidence to prove the authenticity of your marriage. This may include your marriage certificate, joint bank statements, shared lease or mortgage documents, photos together, and communication records.
Submit Petition and Application
File Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) to establish the legitimacy of the marital relationship. Once approved, or in some cases simultaneously, file Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status) if you're applying from within the U.S. This combined filing is known as adjustment of status.
Attend Interviews and Provide Biometrics
You may be called for an interview to verify your relationship. Recently, USCIS has waived interviews in some cases. You'll also need to attend a biometrics appointment to submit fingerprints and other identification for background checks.
Obtain Permanent Residency
If all goes well, you’ll receive your green card, officially granting you lawful permanent resident status in the U.S. This is a major milestone in your immigration journey.
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