Sponsoring Your Spouse for a Green Card

Thinking of bringing your spouse to the US permanently? As a US citizen, you can sponsor them for a green card through "immediate relative" sponsorship! Here's how:

1. Check Eligibility:

  • You must be a US citizen.

  • Your spouse must be legally married to you and admissible to the US.

2. Complete Form I-130:

  • Download and fill out Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) with details about you, your spouse, and your marriage.

3. Gather Supporting Documents:

  • Proof of your US citizenship (birth certificate, passport)

  • Marriage certificate

  • Previous marriage documents (if applicable)

  • Proof of any name changes (for you or your spouse)

4. Submit the Petition:

  • Mail the completed Form I-130, documents, and filing fee to the designated USCIS Lockbox facility (check USCIS website for address and fee).

5. Wait for USCIS Processing:

  • USCIS will review your petition and might request additional information.

6. Next Steps:

  • Once approved, your spouse can apply for an immigrant visa (abroad) or adjust status to green card holder (already in US).

7. Follow USCIS Instructions:

  • Attend interviews, provide additional documents, or complete medical exams (as instructed by USCIS).

Stay Informed:

  • Track your petition status and keep USCIS communications for reference.

Need Help?

  • Consider consulting an immigration attorney or qualified immigration professional for guidance.

  • On us immigration consultants can help you with your process and paperwork to submit application successfully!

Remember: This is a general overview. Specific requirements and processing times may vary.

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