Marriage-Based Green Cards

A marriage-based green card lets the spouse of a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident seek permanent residence. Whether the spouse applies inside the United States (adjustment of status) or abroad (consular processing) depends on many facts about their history and status.

These cases turn on details that are easy to get wrong without counsel — how and when the spouse entered the country, prior immigration history, and timing. The wrong path can cause long delays or worse, which is why an attorney should evaluate the specific situation before anything is filed.

This page is general information about the process. It does not assess your case or recommend a filing. To get advice about your own situation, request a consultation.