How to Apply for a Marriage Green Card While on an F-1 Student Visa: A Complete Guide

The F-1 visa is a non-immigrant visa, meaning that it’s intended for temporary purposes, such as studying in the U.S. F-1 visa holders must demonstrate their intention to return to their home country after completing their education. This requirement can make applying for a marriage green card slightly tricky because it involves switching from non-immigrant intent (temporary stay) to immigrant intent (permanent stay)