Green Cards

Form I-551 US Permanent Resident Card with photo, barcode, holographic star, and sample text.

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Form I-551, Explained

Form I-551 is the formal designation of your permanent resident card (aka green card)

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Employment-Based Immigration

From H-1B to Marriage Green Card: A Guide to Changing Your Status

What you need to know as you switch from H-1B to green card holder

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Family Based Immigration

Marriage Green Card Timeline 2026: What to Expect

In 2026, most marriage-based green card applications take between 10 and 24 months to process, though wait times vary by location, case details, and how busy USCIS is. This article breaks down the process, expected timelines, and what can speed things up or slow them down.

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Form I-485, Explained

A complete 2025 guide to the timeline, cost, eligibility, and new requirements to file the “Application to Adjust Status” form

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Family Based Immigration

How to Get a Green Card Through Adjustment of Status (AOS)

Everything you need to know about the fees, forms, and processing times for getting a green card while in the United States

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The Diversity Visa Lottery, Explained

Find out about timeline, cost, and how to apply for the green card lottery

December 18, 2025

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Family Based Immigration

What Is a Green Card Joint Sponsor?

Learn what a joint sponsor is, what their responsibilities are, when those responsibilities end, and how to become a joint sponsor.

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Questions to Expect in a Green Card Application

How to successfully navigate your immigration forms

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How to Use the Reciprocity Schedule for Non-U.S. Documents

Step-by-step instructions (with images) for accessing the State Department’s Reciprocity Schedule — plus helpful tips

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