If not already filed
I-130
Petition for Alien Relative
The petitioning spouse establishes the qualifying family relationship.
Open Fillvisa form : I-130
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Start your green card journey with a spouse petition
Bring your next chapter closer. Prepare the petition that establishes your marriage relationship, then explore the next steps for a spouse living in the United States or abroad.
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FIND YOUR PATH
Who is this case for?
Couples starting the family petition process before the green card or immigrant visa stage.
Spouses living abroad
U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents can petition for a qualifying spouse abroad. Consular processing follows when the case is ready and a visa is available.
Spouses living in the U.S.
Spouses of permanent residents may begin with the petition while waiting for visa availability. Check the USCIS filing charts and your adjustment eligibility first.
TWO PATHS, ONE FIRST STEP
Forms Included in this Application
Start with the spouse petition. The next phase depends on where the applicant lives, visa availability, and eligibility. Expand either path to see the forms and steps.
Path 1: Applicant living inside the United States
For spouses beginning with an I-130 petition, including spouses of permanent residents waiting for visa availability. Filing or approval of I-130 alone does not grant lawful status or permission to remain in the United States.
Phase 1: Prepare the spouse petition
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With spouse petition
I-130A
Supplemental Information for Spouse Beneficiary
Provides additional information about the spouse beneficiary with Form I-130.
Open Fillvisa form : I-130A -
Payment option
G-1450
Authorization for Credit Card Transactions
Authorize a card payment when using this payment method for an eligible filing.
Open Fillvisa form : G-1450 -
Payment option
G-1650
Authorization for ACH Transactions
Authorize an ACH debit from a U.S. bank account. Follow current payment instructions for your filing.
Open Fillvisa form : G-1650 -
Optional
G-1145
E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance
Request a text message or email when a USCIS lockbox accepts your filing.
Open Fillvisa form : G-1145 Supporting evidence
Gather proof of the petitioner’s status, your legal marriage, termination of prior marriages, and evidence of a genuine relationship.
Review USCIS evidence instructions
Phase 2: Adjustment of status, when eligible
Confirm visa availability and adjustment eligibility before filing. Some eligible applicants can file the petition and adjustment application together. See the marriage-based green card guide for more detail.
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Core form
I-485
Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status
Apply to become a permanent resident while in the United States.
Open Fillvisa form : I-485 -
Generally required
I-864
Affidavit of Support
The petitioning spouse documents financial support, unless an exemption applies.
Open Fillvisa form : I-864 -
Medical requirement
I-693
Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Record
Completed by a USCIS-designated civil surgeon. Follow USCIS instructions for your required examination and submission.
View on USCIS : I-693 -
Payment option
G-1450
Authorization for Credit Card Transactions
Authorize a card payment when using this payment method for an eligible filing.
Open Fillvisa form : G-1450 -
Payment option
G-1650
Authorization for ACH Transactions
Authorize an ACH debit from a U.S. bank account. Follow current payment instructions for your filing.
Open Fillvisa form : G-1650 -
Optional
I-765
Application for Employment Authorization
Request employment authorization if eligible while your adjustment application is pending.
Open Fillvisa form : I-765 -
Optional
I-131
Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records
Request advance parole if eligible. Review travel restrictions before leaving the United States.
View on USCIS : I-131 -
Optional
G-1145
E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance
Request a text message or email when a USCIS lockbox accepts your filing.
Open Fillvisa form : G-1145
Path 2: Applicant living outside the United States (consular processing)
Phase 1: Prepare the spouse petition
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If not already filed
I-130
Petition for Alien Relative
The petitioning spouse establishes the qualifying family relationship.
Open Fillvisa form : I-130 -
With spouse petition
I-130A
Supplemental Information for Spouse Beneficiary
Provides additional information about the spouse beneficiary with Form I-130.
Open Fillvisa form : I-130A -
Payment option
G-1450
Authorization for Credit Card Transactions
Authorize a card payment when using this payment method for an eligible filing.
Open Fillvisa form : G-1450 -
Payment option
G-1650
Authorization for ACH Transactions
Authorize an ACH debit from a U.S. bank account. Follow current payment instructions for your filing.
Open Fillvisa form : G-1650 -
Optional
G-1145
E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance
Request a text message or email when a USCIS lockbox accepts your filing.
Open Fillvisa form : G-1145 Supporting evidence
Gather proof of the petitioner’s status, your legal marriage, termination of prior marriages, and evidence of a genuine relationship.
Review USCIS evidence instructions
Phase 2: National Visa Center and consular processing
After petition approval, follow NVC instructions when your case is ready. Complete the visa application, submit financial and civil documents, and prepare for the medical examination and consular interview.
DS-260
Complete the online immigrant visa application when instructed by the National Visa Center. This is an external government form.
Open CEAC-
Generally required
I-864
Affidavit of Support
The petitioning spouse documents financial support, unless an exemption applies.
Open Fillvisa form : I-864 Consular medical examination
Arrange the examination with an embassy-approved panel physician according to the interview instructions. This is separate from the U.S. adjustment-of-status medical process.
Read medical examination guidance
Forms depend on your circumstances. Payment authorizations apply to the relevant USCIS filing method; they are not NVC payment forms. Check current fees, accepted editions, and filing instructions. External medical and visa steps are not Fillvisa tools.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Basic Eligibility Requirements to Petition
Start by confirming the relationship and the petitioner's status. The later green card or visa stage has additional requirements.
Get StartedA qualifying petitioner
The petitioning spouse is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident and can document that status.
A legally valid marriage
Provide your marriage certificate and evidence that any prior marriages legally ended.
Evidence of a genuine relationship
Gather documents that show your shared life, such as joint financial records, housing records, and other relationship evidence.
A plan for the next phase
Visa availability, sponsorship, admissibility, and adjustment eligibility are assessed separately. An approved petition alone does not provide immigration status.
Official guidance: USCIS spouse petition instructions and Department of State spouse visa guidance. Fillvisa provides form tools and general information, not legal advice.
ONE STEP AT A TIME
Getting Started
Gather your information, choose your forms, and prepare at your own pace.
Fillvisa helps you complete supported forms in your browser. You review, sign, and submit your application following USCIS instructions.
Explore the forms- 1
Confirm your filing path
Choose the path for your spouse’s location. Check any petition already filed and identify the evidence needed for your I-130.
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Collect your documents
Gather proof of citizenship or permanent residence, marriage records, prior-marriage termination documents, and evidence of your relationship.
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Prepare, review, and file
Prepare the petition forms above, review answers and signatures, and follow current USCIS filing instructions. After approval, follow NVC instructions or assess eligibility for adjustment of status.
CHOOSE THE HELP YOU NEED
Compare your preparation options
Prepare supported forms for free with Fillvisa, or explore paid services with additional guidance and support.
FREE FORM TOOLS
$0
Fillvisa service feeFillvisa
Free, browser-based tools to prepare supported forms yourself. No signup required.
IMMIGRANT VISA PETITION PACKAGE
$149
Additional forms may cost extraCitizenPath
Online preparation with personalized filing instructions and email and phone support.
ESSENTIALS
From $599
Enhanced $899 · Professional $1,299SimpleCitizen
Application preparation with multiple service levels, including options for legal review and support.
Prices are in USD and cover preparation services only. Government filing fees and medical examination costs are separate. These services differ in scope. The prices shown are not a quote for every phase of a green card case; confirm petition-stage coverage and later-stage costs with each provider.
Compare features and support
A closer look at what each option provides.
| Features | Fillvisa | CitizenPath | SimpleCitizen |
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| Service price | $0 | $149 for the listed package | From $599; Enhanced $899; Professional $1,299 |
| Preparation approach | Self-service tools for individual forms | Guided online questionnaire | Application preparation with service tiers |
| Form coverage | Supported tools listed above; some forms link to USCIS | I-130, spouse supplement I-130A, and G-1145; later stages are separate | Confirm petition-stage coverage and any separate second-phase services |
| PDF output | Download supported completed forms | Ready-to-sign application download | PDF application |
| Filing guidance | General information and official USCIS links | Personalized instructions and evidence checklist | Package features vary by service tier |
| Human support | Help Center and community resources | Email and phone support | Live chat; additional services vary by tier |
| Legal services | No attorney review or representation included | Self-service package; see provider for legal-service options | Legal review / support options; check selected tier |
| Government filing fees | Separate, where applicable | Separate | Separate |
Checked October 26, 2026. Sources: CitizenPath package details and SimpleCitizen pricing and features. Prices and inclusions may change; confirm details with each provider.