What Is a Bona Fide Marriage Under U.S. Immigration Law In U.S. immigration law, a bona fide marriage is a marriage entered into in good faith, with the genuine intent to establish a shared life together, rather than for the purpose of obtaining an immigration benefit. This concept lies at […]
Few issues generate more anxiety in marriage based green card cases than a prior overstay or unauthorized employment. Many couples fear that a past immigration violation automatically disqualifies them from permanent residence. In reality, United States immigration law draws critical distinctions based on the petitioner’s status and the applicant’s manner […]
For many conditional residents, escaping an abusive marriage can feel as daunting as packing up your household and moving on short notice. When your lawful status is tied to a relationship that has turned dangerous, it may seem like there is no safe path forward. Fortunately, Congress built a lifeline […]
The central question is not how long the marriage lasted or how much joint paperwork the couple produced. The question is whether the spouses intended to build a real life together when they married. This shared intent principle has deep roots in immigration law and remains the guiding test for any good faith marriage assessment
A Quiet but Significant Shift Public discussions in 2025 have focused on broad policy efforts that may restrict the use of the H classification. Less attention has been paid to a regulatory amendment that quietly reshaped the specialty occupation standard when it took effect in January 2025. This change, introduced […]