Spouse of a green card holder

Who qualifies?

The requirements are set by law, and whether you meet them turns on the details of your situation — your status, your history, and your relationship to the people in your case.

Requirements

What you have to show

The relationship and the status

A real, valid marriage — the same evidence a citizen’s case needs.
The petitioner’s green card, and their status kept in good standing.

The timing

The second stage waits for visa availability in the monthly Visa Bulletin — the check reads your dates against it.

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