Can I work after marrying a U.S. citizen?

A marriage green card allows the spouse of a U.S. citizen or green card holder to live and work anywhere in the United States. A green card holder will then have “permanent resident” status until they apply for U.S. citizenship, if they choose to do so.

How long does it take to get a green card after marrying a U.S. citizen?

The current total wait time for a marriage-based green card ranges between 9 to 36 months, depending on whether you are married to a U.S. citizen or green card holder and where you currently live (not including possible delays).

Can you work on a marriage visa?

There are many employment-related benefits attached to your marriage-based green card. Unlike nonimmigrant visas that require applicants to work for a particular employer in order to keep their status valid green card holders can work wherever they want in the U.S. and for almost any employer.

How long does it take to get green card through marriage?

Can a H1B visa holder marry a non US citizen?

Marriage to a non-US citizen Once married, the non-US national spouse of an H1B holder may apply for an H4 dependant visa. They may only remain in the US while they hold an appropriate visa, whether that be the original B2 tourist visitor visa, the H4 dependant visa or an employment-related visa.

Can a spouse of a US citizen immigrate to the US?

Immigrant Visa for a Spouse or Fiancé(e) of a U.S. Citizen. ALL / ALL /. Same-sex spouses of U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), along with their minor children, are now eligible for the same immigration benefits as opposite-sex spouses.

What happens to my H1B if my spouse leaves the US?

Your time in the US will still be on a nonimmigrant basis and reliant on holding H1B eligible employment. One spouse may choose to switch to an H4 dependant visa, either by ending H1B employment or when that H1B employment comes to an end. Should both H1B visas come to an end and neither visa be renewed, then both of you must leave the US.

Can a H1B employee apply for a green card through family?

Marriage to a US citizen or US permanent resident will allow the H1B holder to apply for immigrant status by seeking a ‘green card through family’. While you have H1B eligible employment in the US, you may remain in the country with your spouse during the application process for a green card.