How long does it take to bring spouse to USA 2020 with green card?

Average time – Seven to 32 months to get a Form I-130 petition (Petition for Alien Relative) approved by USCIS as of early 2021; another six to ten months or longer to get an immigrant visa to come to the United States.

How long does it take for USCIS to approve I-130 for spouse?

For immediate relatives (spouse, parent, or child) of a U.S. green card holder (legal permanent resident), processing times for Form I-130 currently vary between 13.5 and 19 months. For immediate relatives of a U.S. citizen, I-130 processing times currently average 15 to 20 months (as of June 7, 2021).

How long is the process to bring spouse to us?

Overall you should expect that it will between 8 months to one year to receive an immigrant visa based on marriage to a United States citizen, and it may take over a year. The wait could be considerably longer if you receive a request for evidence or you have difficulty in obtaining the required documents.

How do I start green card process after marriage?

Once you have determined that you are eligible for a Marriage Green Card, applying is a 3-step process:

1. Submit Form I-130 and supporting documents.
2. Submit your Green Card application (Form I-485 or Form DS-260)
3. Attend your Green Card Interview and receive your Green Card.

How long does it take to get a green card for spouse?

The length of time it takes to obtain a green card for your spouse depends on your citizenship status as well as where you are currently living. Generally speaking, the following time tables apply: For US citizens who reside in the US — 10 to 13 months For US citizens who live abroad — 11 to 17 months

When can a spouse travel to the United States after immigration?

After the visa process has been completed, and the visa is issued, the spouse can travel to the United States to wait for the processing of the immigrant visa case.

How long does it take to get a family member visa?

For those of you who are already a U.S. citizen, this process is usually pretty quick and will only take up to a year for your family members to receive their visas or green cards. The process does take longer for permanent residents, and unfortunately their spouse and relatives are not guaranteed visas or green cards.

How to apply for an immigrant visa for an alien spouse?

After the visa process has been completed, and the visa is issued, the spouse can travel to the United States to wait for the processing of the immigrant visa case. Two petitions are required: Petition for Alien Relative, Form I-130, and Petition for Alien Fiancé (e), Form I-129F. Learn more.