The processing timeline for a marriage-based green card depends on your specific situation, but here’s a general overview. If you are married to a U.S. citizen and are applying from within the United States (Adjustment of Status), the process typically takes 10 to 14 months. It starts with filing Form I-130 and Form I-485, followed by a biometrics appointment, and then an interview with both spouses.
For those applying from outside the U.S. (consular processing), it can take 12 to 18 months or longer, depending on consulate wait times. If married to a green card holder, visa availability can further delay the timeline, sometimes adding several months or even years to the process. Each case is unique, and factors like errors in paperwork or additional requests from USCIS can lead to longer waiting times.
