How long do you have to stay married to get US citizenship?
How long do you have to stay married to get US citizenship?
three years
How does divorce affect my immigration status in USA?
The answer depends on your spouse’s status, the immigration benefit you received, and how and when you received the benefit. For example, if you got conditional resident status through marriage, that status is limited to two years. A divorce may make it harder to become a permanent resident, but it is still possible.
Can I lose my green card if I get divorced?
Green card holders are usually unaffected by a divorce when they file another application or petition with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) if they are already a lawful permanent resident with a 10-year green card.
Do you get a green card when you marry an American?
A green card through marriage to a US citizen is the most common way to become a permanent resident. If the spouse entered the US lawfully, he/she can file for Adjustment of Status (Form I-485) at the same time and get a green card without having to leave the US.
Do you automatically become a US citizen through marriage?
If you marry a U.S, citizen, you won’t be eligible for U.S. citizenship right away. But you might become eligible for a U.S. green card, which can lead to U.S. citizenship. If you marry a U.S, citizen, you won’t be eligible for U.S. citizenship right away.
