Marriage based GC and fiance visa quiz

Who is eligible for a green card based on marriage?

• Only those with a work visa

• Anyone married to a US citizen or lawful permanent resident

• Only those married in the US

• Only those who have lived in the US for more than 5 years

Answer explanation

Only individuals married to a US citizen or lawful permanent resident are eligible for a green card based on marriage.

What form must your US citizen or US permanent resident spouse file on your behalf for a marriage-based green card?

• Form DS-260

• Form I-130

• Form I-485

• Form I-94

Answer explanation

Your US citizen or US permanent resident spouse must file Form I-130 on your behalf for a marriage-based green card.

What is one of the benefits of getting a green card through marriage?

• Ability to live and work anywhere in the United States

• Unlimited travel outside the US without a visa

• Automatic US citizenship

• Lifetime exemption from taxes

Answer explanation

Getting a green card through marriage allows the individual to live and work anywhere in the United States, making it a significant benefit.

What is the first step to qualify for a green card through marriage?

• File Form I-130

• Complete a medical examination

• Marry a US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident

• Apply for a visitor visa

Answer explanation

The first step to qualify for a green card through marriage is to marry a US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident.

What must the marriage be for it to qualify for a green card through marriage?

• At least 5 years old

• Registered in the US

• Legally valid and recognized in the place where it took place

• Performed in a church

Answer explanation

To qualify for a green card through marriage, the marriage must be legally valid and recognized in the place where it took place.

How long does USCIS typically take to process an I-130 for a green card through marriage case?

• 12 to 18 months

• 1 to 2 months

• 6 to 12 months

• 3 to 6 months

Answer explanation

USCIS typically takes 6 to 12 months to process an I-130 for a green card through marriage case, making this the correct choice.

What is required to become an unconditional permanent resident?

• File a Form DS-260

• File a Form I-751

• File a Form I-130

• File a Form I-94

Answer explanation

To become an unconditional permanent resident, one must file a Form I-751. This form is used to remove the conditions on a conditional green card.

What is one of the categories of questions you may be asked about during the marriage interview?

• Your political views

• Your favorite vacation spots

• Your educational background

• Spouse's Background and Basic Knowledge About Spouse

Answer explanation

During a marriage interview, one of the categories of questions you may be asked about is your spouse's background and basic knowledge about your spouse.

What is the process called when converting your status in the US to permanent resident status?

• Consular Processing

• Conditional Permanent Resident Status

• Naturalization

• Adjustment of Status

Answer explanation

Adjustment of Status is the process of changing your status from a nonimmigrant to a permanent resident while staying in the US.

What additional requirement is there for marrying a US lawful permanent resident (non-US citizen) to adjust status?

• Must have a US citizen child

• Must own property in the US

• Must have lived in the US for at least 10 years

• A visa number must be currently available

Answer explanation

The correct choice is that a visa number must be currently available for marrying a US lawful permanent resident (non-US citizen) to adjust status.