Helping Immigrants And Their Spouses Seek Permanent Residency

A marriage green card is a crucial step in uniting families and granting spouses the opportunity to live and thrive in the United States. However, the path to obtaining them can be complex and require experienced guidance. 

As an immigrant himself, lead attorney Junior Babila Ngwa at Babila Law, LLC, can help you complete the necessary forms, interact with USCIS, and address any challenges or setbacks you may face in obtaining a marriage green card. 

How Can You Qualify For Marriage-Based Immigration?

As U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents, you have the opportunity to sponsor your spouse for a marriage green card. To obtain one of these green cards, you must typically meet the following eligibility requirements: 

1. Your marriage is genuine: This is known as having a bona fide marriage. The U.S. government wants to ensure that your marriage and relationship are genuine, not solely for immigration purposes. We work closely with you to ensure your application reflects the authenticity of your relationship, providing a strong foundation for your immigration journey.
2. You have proof that your marriage is genuine: Evidence of a bona fide marriage can include things like pictures of you and your spouse, joint bank account statements, proof of activities you do together and proof of shared living expenses.
3. You can support your spouse financially: You can usually prove this by completing a form called an affidavit of support. Within the affidavit, the sponsor typically must demonstrate that their income is at least 125% above the federal poverty level. 
4. Your spouse must enter the country legally. Legal entry into the U.S. typically involves obtaining the proper visa or undergoing humanitarian parole. 

Your spouse must typically also have a clean record to qualify. While certain types of crimes can be admissible, more serious offenses usually aren’t. If you have any further questions about your current situation, please don’t hesitate to reach out. You can reach our office by calling 240-945-2658. 

The Application Process

Applying for a marriage green card involves several detailed steps, including gathering essential documentation, such as proof of marriage and financial support. We can meticulously guide you through each phase, ensuring your paperwork is completed and submitted in a timely and proper manner. 

Adjustment Of Status Vs. Consular Processing

Your spouse’s path to obtaining a marriage green card may vary depending on their specific situation. Here is a breakdown of the two different pathways they can take to obtain their green card: 

• Adjustment of status: This process is for immigrants already in the United States on a work visa who want to adjust their immigration status to obtain permanent residency.
• Consular processing: This process is for immigrants who are living outside of the United States and wishing to seek permanent residency.

We can help you determine an appropriate option for you based on your specific circumstances. We are committed to providing personalized advice that takes into account factors such as your current location and immigration history.

Interview And Approval

The marriage green card interview is a pivotal step in the immigration process. We can help you prepare thoroughly for this interview by providing you with practice questions and offering feedback on your responses to those questions. 

We Are Here To Help With The Entire Process

We stand by you, ensuring you feel confident and ready to demonstrate the legitimacy of your marriage. As your trusted immigration law firm, we are dedicated to helping your spouse pursue and obtain permanent residency status. 

Contact our Upper Marlboro office today to schedule an initial consultation. You can do so by calling 240-945-2658 or by visiting our contact page. From our office in Prince George’s County, Maryland, we help clients with immigration matters in Bowie, Hyattsville, Silver Spring, and throughout Maryland and the East Coast.