Applying for Spousal Visas in El Paso, TX
If you are a U.S. citizen but your spouse is not, a spousal visa may be needed to begin the citizenship process so that they can reside with you in the United States while they wait for their adjustment of status (residency). However, given that the process of obtaining a spousal visa is lengthy and can often be rejected, it is important to seek legal help from an experienced El Paso, Texas, immigration attorney.
Call 915-996-9070 to talk to an El Paso spousal visa lawyer.
The Spousal Visa Process in El Paso
Depending on your status and your specific situation, there are several steps you and your spouse will have to take. Some of these may include:
- If you are a U.S. citizen: You will need to gather the necessary documentation to prove your status. This can be a passport, birth certificate, naturalization certificate, certificate of citizenship, or your copy of your consular report of birth abroad. You will also need to fill out the necessary documentation: an I-130 form and two G-325A forms.
- If you are a green card holder: You will have to show a copy of your green card or your passport for the stamp of permanent resident and fill out form I-130 as well as two copies of the G-325A form.
Regardless of your current status, you will need a copy of your marriage certificate, photos of you and your spouse, and copies of divorce decrees, annulments, death certificates, as well as proof of name changes, if applicable. A spousal green card can take anywhere from 10 to 13 months.
Usually, you will need to establish a relationship with Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative and apply for a green card once in the United States. This is Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status and is done after the spousal visa is approved and your loved one is in the United States.
Work With an Experienced Visa Attorney in El Paso
If you need an adjustment of status for your spouse, a spousal visa might be the answer. As with every immigration process, there is substantial paperwork and forms involved. Part of ensuring a positive result includes having an experienced El Paso, Texas, spousal visa attorney to guide you through the process and verify that the process is being completed correctly.
To get started, call 915-996-9070 or reach out to us online.
