A U.S. citizen has the right to file a petition (Form I-130) for an immigrant visa for their spouse, who is either outside the U.S. or already in the country under a different status. In the latter case, the petition is filed along with an application for a status change.
Once the petition is approved, the immigration officer’s responsibility is to verify the legitimacy of the marriage. This process typically involves separate interviews with the couple, as well as a review of the applicant’s documents to ensure no violations of criminal or immigration laws, and an assessment of the financial guarantees.
Special Considerations for Obtaining an Immigrant Visa for a Spouse
During the process of obtaining an immigrant visa or changing status for a U.S. citizen's spouse, several challenges may arise, such as:
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