Can an international student marry a U.S. citizen?

Two Paths to a Green Card There are two different pathways for transitioning from international student to marriage green card holder. The path you must follow depends on whether you are married to a U.S. citizen or to a green card holder.

Does marrying American make you citizen?

Naturalization is the process by which a non-citizen becomes the citizen of a country. One way to get citizenship in the United States is to marry a U.S. citizen.

Do you automatically get a green card when you marry a US citizen?

Requirements for the Beneficiary (Applicant Requirements) The beneficiary, or person who is applying to receive a green card, is generally automatically eligible to receive a green card once they are lawfully married to a U.S. citizen or green card holder.

Can I get married in the US if my fiance is Indian?

If you are not yet married and your fiancé(e) is still in India, you can, if you are a U.S. citizen, petition for your fiancé(e) to enter the U.S. on a K-1 visa in order for the two of you to get married in the U.S.—and then your new spouse can apply for a green card, if desired.

How to apply for a green card if your spouse is Indian?

The two of you will attend a green card interview at a local USCIS office. If you and your husband or wife have already married, and your spouse is currently in India, you would start the permanent resident application process by filing Form I-130 with USCIS.

How can I get a green card through marriage to USA?

You get a Green Card through marriage to a US citizen when you apply for an Form I-130 Petition for Alien Relative and I-485 Adjustment of Status and follow the process the USCIS requires.

Can a US citizen immigrate to India on a marriage visa?

Although the U.S. has consulates in several cities in India, most of them do not process immigrant visas based on marriage. At this time (2019), only the consulate in Mumbai handles immigrant visas or fiancé visas.