Can I expedite my marriage-based green card application?

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Yes, it may be possible to expedite your marriage-based green card application, but it depends on your situation. USCIS allows expedited processing for specific reasons, such as severe financial loss, urgent humanitarian reasons, or if your case is in the national interest of the U.S. To request an expedite, you or your attorney must contact USCIS and provide strong evidence supporting your request. Keep in mind that expedite requests are rarely granted unless there are exceptional circumstances, and processing times are still subject to certain delays.

Alternatively, if you’re outside the U.S. and facing significant delays, contacting your local consulate for assistance can sometimes help, especially if there are urgent medical or family-related reasons.

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