What Documents Are Required
Typical required documents include:
- Marriage certificate
- Passports of both spouses
- Proof of U.S. status of sponsoring spouse (passport or Green Card)
- Proof of shared life (photos, travel history, messages, joint documents)
- Financial documents of the sponsor (tax returns, pay stubs, employment letter)
- Birth certificates
- Completed USCIS forms (I-130, I-485 if applicable, and supporting forms)