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How to get married as an Indian citizen?

How to get married as an Indian citizen?

You must demonstrate to Indian officials that they are not currently married to anyone else – either you have never been married or all divorces are finalized – that your identity is proven, and that you have never committed any crimes in India.

Do you have to be US citizen to be married to US citizen?

Qualifying employers can include: Certain religious denominations or interdenominational mission organizations. No specific period of marital union is required; however, you and your U.S. citizen spouse must be in a valid marriage from the time you file your Form N-400 until the time you naturalize.

What to do if you marry a non u.s.citizen?

After marrying in the United States, you will file Form I-485, which will require biometrics and possibly an interview. If the non-U.S. partner intends to seek employment or travel outside of the United States while the green card application is being processed, he or she must file for a work permit and a travel permit.

What happens if you get married to a foreign citizen?

Add in a foreign spouse and U.S. immigration laws, and the task becomes even harder. If you decide to get married in the United States, you will be eligible to apply for Adjustment of Status (AOS). This is an internal process whereby you can stay with your spouse in the United States and possibly eventually work while your case is processed.

How can I Change my married name in the USA?

You may choose to have your foreign accounts changed to your married name while residing in the USA. Contact each company directly and ask how to change names. Ensure you explain what type of documents you have as proof of your name change, such as a US marriage certificate or updated foreign passport.

How long do you have to be married before you can get a green card?

Have a green card for at least three years. Be married and “live in marital union” with a U.S. citizen for three years before applying and up until examination of the application. Live in the state where filing the application for at least three months before applying.

Can you change your name when you become a US citizen?

Name change may be done free of charge at the same time you become a citizen. If legal name change is not an option at the time of your citizenship ceremony you can still use your marriage certificate to change names without the need to update your green card.

Qualifying employers can include: Certain religious denominations or interdenominational mission organizations. No specific period of marital union is required; however, you and your U.S. citizen spouse must be in a valid marriage from the time you file your Form N-400 until the time you naturalize.