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How long after marriage can I apply for citizenship?

How long after marriage can I apply for citizenship?

three years
When you have a U.S. spouse, you can apply for U.S. citizenship in three years instead of the normal five years. This shorter timeline can be incredibly helpful but also requires careful planning to get all the necessary documents and fill out the necessary forms.

Can you get deported even if you are married to a U.S. citizen?

Can you be deported if you are married to an American citizen? The answer is yes, you can. About 10\% of all the people who get deported from the U.S. every year are lawful permanent residents. You can actually be deported for several reasons.

What happens if you marry a U.S. citizen and then divorce?

The lives of most divorcees change once a marriage ends and the divorce is finalized. If, at that time, you are still married, you would become a full permanent resident. However, if you divorce before your joint application for full residency is filed, you could lose your status and face deportation.

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How do I become a US permanent resident of marriage?

In order to adjust status to permanent resident, a spouse must generally meet all of the following requirements:

  1. Lawful marriage (from any country) to the U.S. citizen petitioner; and.
  2. An immigrant visa is immediately available (always available for the spouse of U.S. citizen); and.
  3. Lawful entry to the U.S.

How do I get divorced if I got married in another country?

How to File for Divorce If You Got Married Overseas

  1. Determine Proper Location to Seek Divorce. The county where you and your spouse currently reside will be the jurisdiction where your divorce proceedings take place.
  2. Prepare and Serve Divorce Papers.
  3. Complete Divorce Proceedings.

Can I revoke my husband green card?

You may apply to remove the conditions on your green card if you entered your marriage in good faith, meaning the marriage was not fraudulent. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) states the four situations regarding a spouse in which you may apply to have the conditions on a 2-year green card removed.