- File the family petition for your spouse
- Apply for the green card itself, or through a consulate abroad
- Attend the biometrics appointment
- Prepare for and attend the interview
- Receive a conditional or permanent green card
- Remove conditions after two years, if needed
The most common delay is missing evidence that the marriage is genuine. Joint bank accounts, a shared lease and photos over time all help.
Bring originals and copies of everything to the interview, even if you sent them before.
This article is general information, not legal advice for your situation. Laws differ from place to place: talk to an attorney before you act on it.