As a Green Card holder (permanent resident), you may petition for certain family members to immigrate to the United States as permanent residents. You may petition for the following family members: Spouse (husband or wife) Unmarried children under 21.

How long do you have to be married for a green card marriage?

The current total wait time for a marriage-based green card ranges between 9 to 36 months, depending on whether you are married to a U.S. citizen or green card holder and where you currently live (not including possible delays).

Can I take away my husband’s green card?

USCIS will not take away your green card UNLESS it has solid evidence that your marriage is for immigration purposes. Your husband cannot take away your green card either unless he has solid evidence that your marriage is a sham marriage.

Can you lose your green card if you get divorced?

Green card holders are usually unaffected by a divorce when they file another application or petition with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services if they are already a lawful permanent resident with a 10-year green card. There is usually no reason for USCIS to reevaluate your petition after a divorce.

How did my husband get a green card?

I met the man who became my husband in another country and eventually brought him back to the United States. He had a temporary green card and interviewed for a permanent green card on 10/7. Just two weeks later he left me. He complained that I messed up his credit by putting his name on my credit cards so he could get his permanent green card.

Can a spouse apply for a green card without a hardship waiver?

The few exceptions to this rule are tricky. If you entered without inspection, you should be careful to double-check if these exceptions protect you before you file a permanent residency application. Many immigrant husband and wives, required to return home for their green card marriage interview, must seek a family unity I-601 hardship waiver.

Can a green card get you a divorce?

It would be nice see men that have experienced “Married me for a green card” My saga would put all to shame (lol) I do not think I will never over-come my green card marriage. He married me for his green card and now wants a divorce. I’m faced with the same problem after almost six years of being married.

Why is my marriage green card application being denied?

Even if your marriage green card application is straightforward and free of red flags, the high stakes make a lot of applicants anxious.