Can you get a green card by marrying a permanent resident?
Qualifying for a Green Card Based on Marriage to a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident. If you marry a U.S. permanent resident, you must apply for an immigrant visa under the Family Second Preference category (F2A). Your experience will be different than that of someone applying based on marriage to a U.S. citizen.
What documents prove permanent residence?
The only acceptable evidence includes one of the following: Copy of U.S. passport (current or expired) Copy of U.S. civil issued birth certificate. Copy of alien registration card. Copy of naturalization/citizenship certificate.
What are the steps to getting a green card through marriage?
Once you have determined that you are eligible for a Marriage Green Card, applying is a 3-step process: Submit Form I-130 and supporting documents….
- Submit Form I-130.
- Apply for your Marriage Green Card.
- Attend your Green Card Interview and receive your Green Card.
How do I prove I am a permanent resident?
A valid permanent resident card (Form I-551) can be used to prove your legal status in the country. Both new (issued after May 1, 2017) and old versions of a green card can be used to establish your legal status. The new version of the green card contains your photo and therefore serves as a photo identification.
How do I prove legal residence?
Proof of Address
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Property Tax Receipt.
- Posted Mail with name of applicant.
- Utility Bill.
- Lease Agreement or mortgage statement.
- Insurance Card.
- Voter Registration Card.
- College Enrollment Papers.
Can I get a divorce while waiting for my green card?
If you have filed the petition for permanent resident status then your application process has begun. However, if you become divorced before the approval of your green card, the situation will be decided based on your entry status.
What happens if I get divorced before I get my green card?
If at any point a divorce occurs before the approval of an application for a green card, the immigration process stops. The divorce dissolves the relationship that made the spouse eligible. This is true even if USCIS already approved the immigrant petition.
What do I need to get a marriage green card?
The documents required for a marriage green card vary by situation but generally include the following: Birth certificate. Marriage certificate. Financial documents. Proof of sponsor’s U.S. citizenship or permanent residence.
What kind of documents do you need to get a green card?
Documents you will need to get a Green Card through Adjustment of Status (immigrant is applying from inside of the U.S.) Documents that all Marriage Green Card applicants will need Documents to submit with your Form I-130, “Petition for Alien Relative“ Proof of U.S. Citizenship
Can a US citizen sponsor a spouse for a green card?
U.S. citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their spouse for a Marriage Green Card. They and their spouse will need to submit certain documents to the U.S. Government when they apply.
Can a LPR file for a marriage visa?
Regarding marriage visas, this petition serves as a proof that your marriage is legally valid. Only a U.S. citizen, or a Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) can file an I-130 petition.