Marriage Green Card Interviews Are Tougher—But We Make Them Easier
If you're in a genuine relationship with a U.S. citizen and ready to apply for your marriage-based green card, you've probably heard that USCIS interviews are becoming more intense. That’s true—but here’s what most people don’t realise:
How you file your case can make or break your interview.
At Khunkhun Law, we don’t just fill out forms—we build your entire case with the interview in mind, from day one. And because all we do is marriage and family immigration, we’ve created a repeatable system that removes the guesswork, anticipates red flags, and makes the entire process more predictable.
What’s Changing at USCIS?
Over the past year, we’ve seen a noticeable uptick in:
Longer interviews—even for seemingly “easy” cases
Detailed questions about your wedding, how you met, and whether you’ve merged your lives
Delays caused by basic documentation errors, especially birth certificates and foreign marriage records
While USCIS hasn’t officially announced stricter policies, we’re seeing it play out across our cases. But here’s the thing: our clients are gliding through interviews with confidence—because we plan and file smarter.
Why Our Filing Strategy Works
Our office doesn’t take a “wait and see” approach. When we submit a case, it’s not only complete—it’s interview-ready. Here’s how we make your journey smoother:
1. We fix issues before they become USCIS problems
You wouldn’t believe how many delays we prevent just by reviewing key documents early. For example, we work with many Chinese clients and always compare their birth certificates against the U.S. Department of State reciprocity schedule. Did you know there are multiple versions of Chinese birth certificates? Submit the wrong one and you’ll almost certainly get an RFE or even a denial.
Case Study: "Jie & Alex"
Jie, an F-1 student from Shanghai, came to us after reading conflicting advice online. We immediately flagged her birth certificate as incorrect—it was missing the red chop or red stamp and wasn’t issued by the PSB. We guided her in getting the proper version and submitted it with a certified translation. Her case was approved with no RFEs.
2. We tailor our process to you
Whether you’re in a same-sex marriage, on H-1B status, or in the U.S. on an F-1 visa, we don’t treat you like a template. We design your petition to reflect your unique love story—and how you’ve built your life together in the U.S.
Case Study: “Samir & Ryan”
Samir was on an H-1B and met Ryan at a tech conference. After a whirlwind 11-month courtship, they got married and came to us to apply for a green card. We documented their cross-country trips, weekend family visits, and even their shared Spotify playlists. Their interview lasted only 15 minutes and was approved on the spot.
What We’ve Seen with F-1 and H-1B Clients
We’ve built our entire practice around couples like you. 90% of our adjustment of status clients are:
F-1 international students who fall in love on campus
H-1B professionals who marry while working in the U.S.
Visitors in the US on B2 visitor visas or ESTAS (visa waivers) who fall in love with someone in the U.S.
Same-sex couples navigating a process still shaped by cultural or bureaucratic bias
And because we focus solely on marriage-based immigration, we know the ins and outs of every visa class, cultural nuance, and USCIS trends.
Our Clients Avoid Delays. Here’s Why.
Most delays aren’t caused by complicated interviews—they’re caused by:
Submitting the wrong version of documents (especially birth or marriage certificates)
Missing translations or improperly done ones
Incomplete I-864s or income documentation
We clear those issues at the beginning. So when USCIS opens your file, they see a well-organized, complete, and credible case, which makes the interview shorter and the process faster. We love filing cases using our intuitive approach as it makes for happy clients and happy team members at our law firm!
A Predictable Path to Approval
Yes, USCIS is asking more questions these days. But that doesn’t mean you have to worry. Our clients walk in knowing what to expect and how to answer confidently, because they’ve already been through a mock interview with us that’s usually harder than the real thing.
When you work with Khunkhun Law, you're not just hiring a lawyer—you’re investing in a team that makes immigration less stressful and more strategic.
FAQ: What You Might Be Wondering
Q: I’m on an F-1 visa and just got married. Can I apply for a green card without leaving the U.S.?
Yes, absolutely. As long as you entered the U.S. legally and married a U.S. citizen, you can usually adjust your status from within the country. If you marry a U.S. legal permanent resident, you might still be able to apply for an adjustment of status but the case will be more complicated, take longer, and require you to maintain your status.
Q: I’ve been laid off from my H-1B job. Can I still apply for a marriage green card?
Yes. If you’re married to a U.S. citizen, you’re eligible to adjust status even if you’ve lost your H-1B job or overstayed.
Q: We’re a same-sex couple. Will we be treated differently?
Legally, you have the same rights. But we understand the cultural and emotional complexities that may arise, and we take extra care to ensure your story is told respectfully and effectively.
Q: What’s the #1 mistake that causes delays?
Submitting the wrong version of a foreign birth certificate or incorrect or unclear financial documentation.
Q: Why should we hire you instead of using an online service?
Because online forms don’t prepare you for the interview. We do. And we’ve seen firsthand how a properly prepared case can result in a 10-minute interview and same-day approval. Of course, these results are not typical in every case but we do set up each case for success.
Let’s Make This Easy
At Khunkhun Law, we don’t dabble in marriage green cards—we live and breathe them. We’ve helped hundreds of couples—same-sex, intercultural, student-worker combos, you name it—navigate the marriage green card process with clarity, compassion, and success.
Based in New York City and proudly serving clients in all 50 states, we are one of the most experienced immigration law firms in the country for couples ready to build a life together. Start your journey with us today—email info@immigrationlawnewyork.com or book a consultation here.