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Seven pitfalls when applying for a green card based on marriage

'05.07.2021'

Source: Caribbean life

A US citizen or lawful permanent resident can sponsor their spouse to obtain a US green card. The beneficiary spouse can be located both in the United States and outside the country, writes Caribbean life.

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Incomplete forms. There are standard forms that you must complete when applying for your spouse. An incorrectly completed form will result in your case being dismissed. The current version of the form can be found on the USCIS website. From time to time, the government changes these forms. If you apply on an outdated form, USCIS will reject your application. All questions must be answered and signed in the appropriate column.

Information about the criminal record. After submitting the application, the beneficiary spouse will need to submit biometric data or fingerprints. Authorities can use fingerprints to determine whether the beneficiary had a criminal record. Any kind of criminal record can be a potential problem. If you have had previous convictions, then when applying for a green card, you should contact a lawyer.

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Inability to visit the office to submit biometric data. The beneficiary spouse is expected to visit the USCIS Application Support Center, where he will provide biometric information. The applicant is sent a notification indicating the date and time of the interview. Problems often arise here when the notification is not received, or the beneficiary is outside the United States. It is very important to plan your time so that you can come to this meeting.

Illegal entry into the United States. If the beneficiary spouse entered the United States in violation of the rules, then this is a big problem. High chance of failure. Please contact a lawyer before applying.

Lack of sufficient financial support. The spouse applying must provide proof of financial support on Form I-864. The purpose of this check is to be sure that the immigrant will be able to receive financial support for several years. If the sponsor's income is low, then another sponsor must be brought in.

Medical examination. The beneficiary spouse must undergo a medical examination to prove the absence of diseases that are unacceptable for the United States. The examinations are carried out by specially appointed immigration doctors. The doctor will complete Form I-693 and give it to you in a sealed envelope. Then you must send an envelope to USCIS with your green card application. An open envelope will not be accepted for consideration.

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Provide good faith marriage documents. If you do not provide a list of documents that confirm that your marriage is official, then your application may be refused. These documents may include: birth certificates, documents proving entry into the United States, marriage and previous divorce certificates, if any, joint bank accounts, joint credit card, lease or mortgage documents, insurance policies, joint federal and state tax returns , joint bills for utility bills, birth certificates of children, sworn testimony of at least two people who are familiar with this couple, joint photographs.

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