If you are married to a U.S. citizen and are already in the United States, you may be able to file your marriage-based green card application all at once. This process is called concurrent filing. Concurrent filing allows eligible applicants to submit both the following at the same time: For many applicants, concurrent filing is …
Marriage Green Card
The 3-Year Rule for Citizenship After a Marriage Green Card: Complete 2026 Guide
Most green card holders must wait five years before applying for U.S. citizenship. If you received your green card through marriage to a U.S. citizen, you may qualify to apply after just three years. This shortcut is commonly called the 3-year rule. Below, we’ll explain who qualifies, when you can file, common mistakes to avoid, …
New USCIS Policy Could Put Family Green Card Applicants at Risk of Deportation
A recent change in immigration policy could have serious consequences for immigrants applying for a green card in the United States. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced it may now place certain green card applicants into removal (deportation) proceedings under specific circumstances. What Changed? In the past, immigrants applying for a green …
USCIS Expands Vetting: What “Anti-Americanism” Now Means for Your Immigration Application
Effective Immediately: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated its policy to include a new screening measure evaluating applicants for signs of “anti-Americanism” or ideological views deemed antisemitic. These factors can now play a decisive role when officers are making discretionary decisions on immigration benefits. What Has Changed? USCIS has revised its Policy Manual …
