Can My Spouse Sponsor Me to the US. After We Get Married?

Yes, your spouse can sponsor you for a green card after you get married if they are a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident (green card holder). This process usually begins with your spouse (the petitioner) filing Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to prove that your marriage is legal and genuine.

Once the I-130 is approved, the next steps depend on your location:

• If you’re in the U.S., you may be able to apply for a green card through adjustment of status (Form I-485).
  
• If you’re outside the U.S., you’ll go through consular processing at a U.S. embassy or consulate in your country.

This sponsorship allows you to live and work in the U.S. legally, and in time, you may also become eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship, depending on your circumstances and how long you’ve held a green card.