FAQ: Green Card Adjustment of Status for Immediate Relatives
U.S. immigration law prioritizes keeping families together. Because of this, Immediate Relatives of U.S. citizens receive special protections. While certain mistakes or visa violations usually block people from getting a Green Card, the law provides "exemptions" for this specific group. This post explains who qualifies as an immediate relative and how these rules can help you overcome common immigration hurdles.
Success Stories: Marriage-based green card approved for adjustment of status applicant from the Philippines
We recently received an approval of lawful permanent residence (a green card) for a Philippine national through his U.S. citizen spouse at the USCIS Queens Field Office. Congratulations to our clients!
Preguntas frecuentes: ¿Qué es una cita para la toma de datos biométricos? ¿Qué puedo esperar durante una cita para la toma de datos biométricos?
El Servicio de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de los Estados Unidos (USCIS) programará una cita para la toma de datos biométricos después de que presente su solicitud, petición o formulario. Los datos biométricos que proporcione durante la cita permiten a USCIS confirmar su identidad y realizar las verificaciones de antecedentes y seguridad necesarias. Encuentre más información sobre qué esperar en nuestra sección de preguntas frecuentes.
Success Stories: Marriage-based adjustment of status application approved for green card applicant from the Philippines
We recently received an approval of lawful permanent residence (a green card) for a Philippine national through his U.S. citizen spouse at the USCIS Queens Field Office. Congratulations to our clients!
Success Stories: Marriage-based adjustment of status application approved for green card applicant from Vietnam who entered on K-1 Fiancee Visa
We recently received an approval of lawful permanent residence (a green card) for a Vietnamese national through her U.S. citizen spouse at the USCIS Queens Field Office. Congratulations to our clients!
Success Stories: Marriage-based green card approved for military spouse from Canada
We recently received an approval of lawful permanent residence (a green card) for our Canadian client through her U.S. citizen husband who is an active military service member residing in Mississippi. Congratulations to our clients!
Success Stories: Marriage-based adjustment of status application approved for green card applicant from Ethiopia
We recently received an approval of lawful permanent residence (a green card) for an Ethiopian national through her U.S. citizen spouse at the USCIS Dallas Field Office. Congratulations to our clients!
Success Stories: Marriage-based adjustment of status application approved for green card applicant from Costa Rica
We recently received an approval of lawful permanent residence (a green card) for a Costa Rican national through her U.S. citizen spouse at the USCIS Brooklyn Field Office. Congratulations to our clients!
Success Stories: Adjustment of status application approved for Filipino-German stepdaughter of U.S. citizen
We recently received an approval of lawful permanent residence (a green card) for a Filipino-German national through her U.S. citizen stepfather at the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Houston, TX Field Office. Congratulations to our clients!
Success Stories: Marriage-based adjustment of status application approved for green card applicant from the Philippines
We recently received an approval of lawful permanent residence (a green card) for a Filipino national through her U.S. citizen spouse at the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Houston, TX Field Office. Congratulations to our clients!
Success Stories: Marriage-based adjustment of status application approved for green card applicant from South Korea
We recently received an approval of lawful permanent residence (a green card) for a South Korean national through her U.S. citizen spouse. Congratulations to our clients!
What is adjustment of status? How do I apply for a green card while in the United States?
Navigating the path to permanent residency in the U.S. can feel complex, but for those already present in the country, a process known as Adjustment of Status offers a streamlined route to obtaining a Green Card. This means you may be able to become a lawful permanent resident without the need to return to your home country for visa processing. Find out more in our blog post.
Success Stories: Marriage-based green card approved for military spouse from Mexico
We recently received an approval of lawful permanent residence (a green card) for our Mexican client through her U.S. citizen husband who is an active military service member in the Air Force. Congratulations to our clients!
Success Stories: Marriage-based Green Card approved for adjustment of status applicant from Taiwan
We recently received an approval of lawful permanent residence (a green card) for a Taiwanese national through his U.S. citizen spouse and it was granted without an interview. Congratulations to our clients!
Success Stories: Marriage-based adjustment of status application approved for green card applicant from Australia
We recently received an approval of lawful permanent residence (a green card) for an Australian national through his U.S. citizen wife. The petition was approved without an interview and in just a little over a month after the application was received at USCIS. Congratulations to our clients!
Success Stories: Marriage-based green card application approved for adjustment of status applicant from Germany
We recently received a marriage-based green card application approval for our client from Germany who is the spouse of a U.S. citizen. Congratulations to our clients!
FAQ: How long is the Form I-693 medical examination valid? When does my form I-693 expire?
Effective April 4, 2024, any Form I-693 that was properly completed and signed by a civil surgeon on or after Nov. 1, 2023, does not expire, and can be used indefinitely as evidence to show that the applicant is not inadmissible on health-related grounds. Find out more in our FAQ about this new policy.
Success Stories: Marriage-based green card application approved for adjustment of status applicant from Colombia
We recently received a marriage-based green card application approval for our client from Colombia who is the spouse of a U.S. citizen. Congratulations to our clients!
Success Stories: Permanent Residence Granted for Adjustment of Status applicant from Russia
We recently received an approval for legal permanent residence (a green card) for a national of Russia and it was granted without an interview. Congratulations to our clients!
FAQ: What should I know about the recent USCIS fee increase?
On April 1, 2024, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) increased its fees for immigration petitions and applications as well as released new versions of certain forms. Read our FAQ to learn more about this new development.