The IR-1 (Immediate Relative) and CR-1 (Conditional Resident) visas allow spouses of U.S. citizens to immigrate to the US. CR-1 is for marriages less than two years old, granting conditional permanent residence. IR-1 is for marriages older than two years, granting a 10-year Green Card.
$535 I-130 fee + $325 IV fee + $120 AOS fee (USD).≈ $535
12-24 months depending on USCIS and NVC processing times.
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📊Requirements — Visual Overview
Job offer
Language test
Family possible
Path to permanent residence
Documents (1)
Funds (1)
Source-backed requirements
Phase 2 — Qualification
(1)Affidavit of Support
MandatoryThe U.S. citizen sponsor must submit Form I-864, proving they meet 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
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Phase 3 — Preparation
(1)Valid Marriage Certificate
DocumentMandatoryYou must provide a valid civil marriage certificate proving a legal marriage to a U.S. citizen.
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