Marriage-based Immigration
Bringing Your Spouse or Fiancé to the United States
Whether you are already married or engaged to be married, U.S. immigration law provides pathways for your noncitizen partner to permanently reside with you in United States.
- Fiancé(e) Visa (K-1 Visa): If you’re engaged to a foreign national, you may petition for a K-1 fiancé visa, which allows your partner to come to the U.S. for marriage, which must happen within 90 days of their arrival.
- Marriage Based Permanent Residence: If you are already married, your spouse may apply for lawful permanent residence through the family-based immigration [link to http://freya-katkowsky.cit-website-review.com/nationwide-immigration-law-lawyer/family-based-immigration] process.
Although these processes may seem straightforward, they involve strict eligibility rules, documentation requirements, and timelines that must be carefully followed. Our immigration attorneys in Madison are well-versed in how to navigate a marriage-based immigration successfully, and they guide couples across Wisconsin through every stage, from the first petition to the final permanent residence interview.
Call Eastbridge Law Group, LLP at 608-216-7000 to schedule a free consultation with a lawyer today.
Why Work With an Immigration Lawyer?
It is possible to file a petition without legal help, but many couples encounter unexpected delays, requests for evidence, or even denials due to simple mistakes. Working with an experienced immigration lawyer can help you avoid these setbacks.
At Eastbridge, we help couples with:
- Preparing and filing accurate petitions and supporting documents
- Understanding the financial obligations of the Affidavit of Support (Form I-864)
- Communicating with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
- Preparing for the visa or green card interview
- Responding to delays, denials, or requests for additional evidence
By managing all the details, we handle the stressful side of things for you, so that you can focus on building your future together.
The Fiancé Visa Process
Bringing your fiancé(e) to the United States begins with filing a petition. Along with it, you must submit evidence such as proof of your intention to marry within 90 days of your fiancé(e)’s entry to the U.S., evidence that you and your fiancé(e) have met in person within the last two years, evidence that your partner is able to financially able to support themselves until they have legal work authorization in the U.S., or an Affidavit of Support to show your own financial ability to support your partner. Importantly, this financial responsibility does not end as soon as you have married, and may continue until your spouse becomes a U.S. citizen or fulfills specific work requirements.
Once the petition is approved, your fiancé(e) must attend an interview at a U.S. embassy or consulate in their home country. A medical exam and other health-related steps may also be required. If these steps are successful, then they will receive a K-1 visa and can enter the United States, where you must marry within 90 days of their arrival. After the marriage, your spouse can apply for an adjustment of status to obtain a green card.
The timing of each step can be complex, and missing deadlines may lead to costly delays. Our attorneys will keep you on track so you can move forward with confidence.
Take the Next Step Today
If you’re ready to begin the process of bringing your fiancé(e) or spouse to the United States, then we are here to help. Call us at 608-216-7000
to schedule a free consultation and take the first step toward building your future together.
Have Questions About Your Immigration Case?
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