Immigration Document Checklists

Marriage-Based Green Card

Documents needed for spousal green card application

Government Forms

REQUIRED

Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative)Form I-485 (Adjustment of Status) - if in U.S.Form I-864 (Affidavit of Support)Form I-693 (Medical Examination) - sealed envelopeForm I-765 (Work Permit Application) - optionalForm I-131 (Travel Document) - optionalForm G-325A (Biographic Information) - if required

Identity Documents

REQUIRED

Birth certificates for both spousesValid passports for both spousesTwo passport photos for each formGovernment-issued IDsForeign spouse's visa and I-94 (if in U.S.)Prior marriage certificatesDivorce decrees or death certificates (if applicable)

Relationship Evidence

REQUIRED

Financial Documents

REQUIRED

Sponsor's last 3 years tax returnsRecent pay stubs (6 months)Employment verification letterBank statements (3-6 months)W-2s and 1099sAssets documentation (if needed)Joint sponsor documents (if income insufficient)

Additional Supporting Documents

Children's birth certificates (if any)Utility bills in both namesJoint credit card statementsLife insurance beneficiary designationsEmergency contact formsSocial media evidenceHoliday cards addressed to bothJoint memberships or subscriptions

Pro Tip: This checklist covers typical cases. Your situation may require additional documents. Our attorneys will provide a customized checklist specific to your case during consultation.

Document Preparation Tips

Photos

• Passport style
• 2x2 inches
• White background
• Recent (within 30 days)
• No glasses or hats

Translations

• Complete translation
• Certified accurate
• Translator qualification
• Include original
• Notarization if required

Copies

• Clear and legible
• Complete documents
• Both sides if needed
• Color for IDs
• Keep originals safe

Mailing

• Use trackable mail
• Keep receipts
• Make complete copies
• Check USCIS address
• Include cover letter

Common Document Mistakes to Avoid

Expired Documents

Renew passports, IDs, and other documents before filing

Missing Translations

Translate ALL foreign documents, even stamps

Poor Quality Copies

Use high-quality scanner, ensure text is readable

Inconsistent Information

Check names, dates, places match across all documents

Missing Pages

Include ALL pages, even blank ones marked "intentionally blank"

Wrong Form Version

Always download latest forms from USCIS.gov

Complete Document Checklist for Your Immigration Case

How to Use These Checklists

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Marriage-Based Green Card

Government Forms

Identity Documents

Relationship Evidence

Financial Documents

Additional Supporting Documents

Citizenship/Naturalization

Required Forms & Photos

Residency & Travel

If Married to U.S. Citizen (3-year rule)

Special Circumstances

Family-Based Petition

Petitioner Documents

Beneficiary Documents

Relationship Proof

Employment-Based Visa

Employee Documents

Employer Documents

For H-1B Specifically

For L-1 Transfers

Asylum Application

Required Forms

Persecution Evidence

Country Conditions

Supporting Documents

Deportation Defense

Court Documents

Identity & Status

Relief Eligibility

Character Evidence

Travel Documents

Advance Parole

Re-entry Permit

Document Preparation Tips

Photos

Translations

Copies

Mailing

Common Document Mistakes to Avoid

Expired Documents

Missing Translations

Poor Quality Copies

Inconsistent Information

Missing Pages

Wrong Form Version

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