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Can we file Form I-130 and Form I-485 at the same time?

Many spouses of U.S. citizens in the U.S. can file both forms together if eligible.

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In many cases, yes. Spouses of U.S. citizens who are already in the United States may be eligible for concurrent filing, which allows Forms I-130 and I-485 to be submitted together. This can streamline the process, though eligibility depends on lawful entry and individual circumstances.

Answer by David Joseph Rozas

David Rozas is an experienced criminal and immigration lawyer and one of the founding partners of Rozas & Rozas Law Firm. He has been with the firm since 2004, joining his brother, Greg in practice. David concentrates his law practice on criminal defense and immigration.