Securing a green card based on marriage to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident is a significant step towards building a life together in the United States. As of April 2025, several key updates to USCIS rules, policies, and form requirements are essential for applicants to understand to navigate this process successfully. This comprehensive guide will walk you through these changes and provide a detailed overview of the spousal green card application. Key Updates and New Policies in 2025 While the fundamental eligibility requirements for a marriage-based green card remain largely unchanged, ahearing to the following procedures and forms udates will make a different to rejection, denial or approval: Stricter Form Requirements: USCIS has implemented new editions of critical forms, including Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status) and Form I-129F (Petition for Alien Fiancé(e)). As of early April and May 2025, respectively, only the latest ed...