Updates by Marta Kowalczyk

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3 updates by Marta Kowalczyk

July 7, 2026

Green cards

Removing conditions on a marriage-based green card: the 90-day window

When to file the joint petition, what evidence of the marriage to include, and what happens if you file late.

By Marta Kowalczyk
May 12, 2026

Families

Consular processing: what happens after the National Visa Center

Fees, the DS-260, the affidavit of support and civil documents, then an interview at the consulate and a visa in the passport.

By Marta Kowalczyk
April 28, 2026

Visa options

Fiancé visa or marriage first: choosing a path for a partner abroad

A K-1 brings a fiancé to marry here. A marriage abroad leads to an immigrant visa. How the two paths differ after arrival.

By Marta Kowalczyk