How soon after getting married can you get a green card?

The current total wait time for a marriage-based green card ranges between 9 to 36 months, depending on whether you are married to a U.S. citizen or green card holder and where you currently live (not including possible delays).

Can you apply for a green card if you have DACA?

Yes, it is possible for DACA recipients to apply for a green card if they meet the lawful entry requirement. If you’ve entered the U.S. lawfully with Advance Parole or if you first entered with a valid visa, you may meet the green card eligibility requirement.

How long does it take to get a green card after marriage with DACA?

The whole process will take significantly longer than for spouses of U.S. citizens, however — currently about 27-46 months. This is because you will have to wait for a visa to become available in the visa bulletin before applying for the waiver and then traveling back to your country of origin.

What happens when a US citizen marries a DACA recipient?

But if you’re a DACA recipient and you fall in love with and marry a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, you may be able to get a marriage green card. As a green card holder, you’ll have protection from deportation and long-term employment authorization, meaning you’ll never have to renew your work permit.

How long does it take to get a green card through marriage?

Spouse seeking a green card lives abroad and is married to a U.S. citizen Establishing the marriage relationship (Form I-130): 7–10 months Applying for the green card (National Visa Center application): 3–5 months Interview and approval: 1–2 months

Can I get a green card if my husband is American?

Married to a U.S. citizen. The government gives Immediate relatives of a U.S. citizen priority in the Green Card process. You can prove that your spouse is a U.S. citizen by providing a copy of their birth certificate, U.S. passport, naturalization certificate, or certificate of citizenship with your application.

Can you convert a green card to citizenship after 2 years?

You can convert it to a permanent green card after two years by filing a petition. The last thing you should know is that marrying a U.S. citizen doesn’t make the foreign-born spouse an American citizen. They still would have to go through the naturalization process if they want to become a U.S. citizen.

How long does it take to get a green card interview?

The whole process typically takes 29-38 months. The first 11-15 months for USCIS to process I-130 petition, after which there is a waiting period of 8-10 months. It then takes 9-11 months to process the I-485 form and 1-2 months for USCIS to schedule the interview.