Residency by marriage
Adjustment of status for residency.
If iss legally casado with a citizen U.S. and entraste a United States with a admisión or authorized entry, you may review a request for permanent residency through adjustment of status. At ETIKA, we organize your information, documents and forms so that the process is sienta clear, organized and supportfile from the first step.
What is this process?
Es the request for permanent residency inside United States by marriage with citizen U.S..
The Form I-485 permite request the adjustment of status when the person beneficiary meets with the requirements correspondientes. En a case by marriage, the package suele combinar information del citizen spouse, of the beneficiary, evidence of the relationship, financial support and personal documents. The key is that the whole file tells a consistent, organized story that is easy to review.
Eligibility verification
Before preparing the package, we review whether the marriage-based path makes sense for your case.
The beneficiary must have entered the United States legally, for example with a visa, parole or another authorized entry.
There must be a legal marriage with a U.S. citizen and documents that support the genuine marital relationship.
We review history, documents, dates and possible warning signs that should be clarified before organizing the file.
Common immigration package
A marriage-based residency process is not just one form: it is a complete document package.
We prepare and organize the information so the package is clear, coherent, and easy to follow.
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The file must support identity, entry, marriage, citizenship and real relationship.
Identity and entry
Passports, proof of legal entry, visa, parole, or other evidence of authorized entry.
Marriage
Certificate of marriage and certificates of divorce if either spouse was previously married.
Citizenship of the spouse
U.S. passport, birth certificate, naturalization certificate, or other proof from the petitioner.
Real relationship
Evidence of a bona fide marriage: photos, accounts, contracts, insurance, correspondence, or shared life.
Additional support
Passport-style photos, sealed I-693 medical exam, and certified translations if applicable.
Etika process
A clear path from the initial review until the filing of the package.
Initial diagnosis
We review basic eligibility, authorized entry, marriage and available documents.
Document organization
We build a clear list of supporting documents, relationship evidence, and financial documents.
Package preparation
We organize forms, attachments, and evidence to file a consistent administrative package.
Filing and follow-up
We guide you through filing, notices, biometrics, interview, and next administrative steps.
Financial sponsor
The citizen spouse is usually the main sponsor for Form I-864.
The Form I-864 is a sworn statement of financial sponsorship. The government reviews whether the sponsor has sufficient income or assets to support the beneficiary and reduce the risk of depending on certain public benefits.
- The U.S. citizen spouse signs as the main sponsor.
- If the income is not sufficient, a co-sponsor or joint sponsor can be evaluated.
- For reference, in 2025 a family of 2 requires approximately USD 24,650 annually.
- The commitment can remain until citizenship, 40 quarters of work, or based on applicable rules.
Federal poverty guideline amounts change. Before preparing the I-864 it is recommended to confirm the current amount and correct household size.
Estimated costs
Official payments and service fees must be understood separately.
Official payments are made to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. ETIKA fees correspond to preparation, document organization, administrative review, and package support.
Main applicant process. Dependent child: USD 500.
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Estimated and editable costs. Official fees can change and must be confirmed before making payments. Étika Global Consulting provides administrative guidance and document support. We do not offer legal representation.