Bona Fide Marriage Evidence for the I-130 Petition
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To get a green card, you must prove your marriage is bona fide. Learn what evidence USCIS looks for.
Introduction
USCIS requires proof of a bona fide marriage for the I-130 petition. This means you must provide documents that show your marriage is real and not just for immigration benefits.
Evidence Categories
USCIS considers the following categories of evidence:
- Co-habitation: documents that show you and your spouse live together, such as utility bills, lease agreements, or mortgage documents.
- Financial dependence: documents that show you and your spouse are financially dependent on each other, such as joint bank accounts, tax returns, or documents showing joint purchases.
- Social connections: documents that show you and your spouse have social connections, such as photos, letters from friends and family, or documents showing joint travel.
How to Provide Evidence
You should provide as much evidence as possible from each category. USCIS reviews all the documents you provide and may request additional information if needed.
Conclusion
Proving a bona fide marriage is an important step in the green card process. Make sure you provide all the necessary documents and follow USCIS instructions to avoid delays or denials.
What to do next
- Petition for Alien Relative - Spouse — Order
- Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status — Order
- TPS Re-registration — Order
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Source: citizenpath.com