Immigration Visa Attorney New York Ir1 Spousal Approval

The client, referred to as Ms. A for confidentiality purposes, was legally married to a U.S. Citizen who had long been domiciled and employed in New York.

The marriage was validly registered and supported by documentary evidence demonstrating a bona fide spousal relationship rather than an arrangement formed for immigration purposes.

Given the client’s intention to reside permanently in the United States following visa issuance, the IR-1 immigrant visa category was determined to be the appropriate pathway, allowing admission to the United States as a lawful permanent resident rather than under a conditional resident status.

After a detailed consultation, counsel advised the U.S. Citizen spouse on filing Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, as the legal foundation of the immigrant visa process.

The petition package included marriage documentation, proof of the petitioner’s U.S. Citizenship, and evidence demonstrating the ongoing nature of the marital relationship, all organized to meet USCIS review standards.

Once submitted, the petition entered standard processing, with an anticipated review period of approximately fifteen months based on prevailing timelines, during which immigration officers evaluated the legitimacy of the relationship and statutory eligibility.

Following approval of the I-130 petition, the case was forwarded to the National Visa Center, where the focus shifted to civil documentation and financial sponsorship.

Legal counsel guided the petitioner through the Affidavit of Support process, ensuring that income documentation satisfied federal poverty guideline thresholds and reflected stable New York based employment.

By proactively reviewing tax returns, employment verification, and household composition, the immigration visa attorney New York helped prevent delays commonly associated with incomplete or inconsistent financial submissions.

Prior to the consular interview, counsel prepared the client for common lines of questioning related to the marital relationship, future residence plans, and financial support.

The interview was conducted in accordance with standard U.S. Department of State procedures, and the reviewing officer confirmed the completeness of the record and the credibility of the relationship.

Following successful completion of the interview, the case concluded with the issuance of an immigrant visa, allowing the client to enter the United States as a lawful permanent resident under the IR-1 category, without the need for subsequent removal of conditions.