Comment by wallyrabbitbun

Comment by wallyrabbitbun 2 days ago

Hey Peter,

Currently living in the US, I applied for a green card via marriage (partner is GC holder) in March 2023. I received my AP and EAD over a year ago, but there has been zero movement on the I-485..

What are the options here?

Given the current political climate, I'm not comfortable leaving the US until I have the I-485. Is this fear warranted? Would really like to travel overseas, but don't want to end up getting detained on re-entry..

I understand the above is specific to my case, but perhaps you can answer in a general sense for anyone else who finds themselves in a similar position..

proberts 2 days ago

Without knowing all the facts, the delay probably is simply the result in the backlog in that green card category. Is your spouse eligible to become a U.S. citizen because this could speed up the process for you. Again without knowing all the facts, regarding travel, you are fine to travel; just carry your passport, advance parole, and marriage certificate (in your back pocket).

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wallyrabbitbun 2 days ago

He is eligible to become a citizen actually. What's the best way to move forward with a citizenship application?

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- proberts 2 days ago
  
  It's super easy (the form is N-400 and instructions are on the USCIS website) and doesn't require the assistance of an attorney unless the applicant has a criminal record or has been outside the U.S. for extended periods of time while a green card holder (that is, more than 6 months at a stretch).
  
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