What to do if your spouse has a criminal record after filing I-485 for marriage-based green card
If you discover that your U.S. citizen spouse has a criminal record after filing your I-485 application for…
Articles by & updated by Elena Marquez
Options for I-485 Pending & Petitioner’s Financial Issues in Family Petition Adjustment of Status
If you have an I-485 pending based on a family petition and your petitioner's financial situation deteriorates, you…
Adding a Child to I-485 Application: How to Include a Derivative Beneficiary
If your child is born after filing your I-485 application, you can add them as a derivative beneficiary.…
Can I file an I-485 if I have a pending asylum application and marry a U.S. citizen?
If you have a pending asylum application and marry a U.S. citizen, you can file an I-485 application.…
Managing I-485 Interview Without U.S. Citizen Spouse: Green Card & Marriage Issues
If your U.S. citizen spouse refuses to attend the I-485 interview for your marriage-based green card, it can…
Marrying a U.S. Citizen After Filing I-485: Green Card Marriage Application Explained
If you get married to a U.S. citizen after filing your I-485 as a single applicant, you can…
Tourist Visa to Green Card: Marrying a U.S. Citizen and Eligibility for I-485 Adjustment of Status
If you are in the U.S. on a tourist visa and marry a U.S. citizen, you can file…
What to do if your priority date retrogresses while your I-485 is pending
If your priority date retrogresses while your I-485 is pending, it is important to stay informed about the…
Spouse Relocation with Pending I-140: AC21 and 2026 Updates
A spouse's job relocation can complicate pending green card cases. To protect your application, update your address with…