Who Can Apply for a Green Card?
Discover the multiple pathways to obtaining a U.S. green card as your first step toward citizenship. Learn which family-based options may qualify you, including immediate relative sponsorship with no wait times.
Military Service and Fiancé Visas: What you Need to Know
Military service members can sponsor their foreign-born spouses or fiancés for U.S. permanent residence through Forms I-130 or I-129F.
What is Visa Fraud and How Do I Avoid It?
Visa fraud occurs when applicants provide false information to obtain a visa—from misrepresenting marital status to concealing criminal history.
The International Marriage Broker Regulation Act
The International Marriage Broker Regulation Act of 2005 protects vulnerable immigrants entering the U.S. through marriage or engagement from domestic violence and abuse.
What is the National Visa Center (NVC)?
The National Visa Center (NVC) is a key office of the U.S. Department of State that processes immigrant and nonimmigrant visa cases at embassies and consulates worldwide.
What is a Conditional Green Card?
A conditional green card is granted when you're married less than two years. USCIS requires proof of a legitimate marriage before removing conditions on your permanent resident status.