Green Card Services in Lansdale, Pennsylvania

No, marriage alone doesn’t guarantee approval. USCIS scrutinizes these applications closely to detect fraud. You’ll need extensive documentation to prove your marriage is genuine—joint leases, shared finances, photos, communication history, etc. At Ibrahim & Dobaria Law, we help couples prepare strong applications, including prepping for interviews that often involve very personal questions. Missteps here can delay or derail your case entirely.

Timelines vary based on category—marriage to a U.S. citizen might take 12–24 months, while employment or family-based cases can take longer. Delays often stem from incomplete documentation or missing deadlines. Ibrahim & Dobaria Law monitors your case proactively to avoid setbacks, handle any Requests for Evidence quickly, and keep your application moving forward.

Qualifying doesn’t mean your approval is automatic. USCIS requires precise evidence, strict compliance with laws, and may deny even seemingly straightforward cases. Ibrahim & Dobaria Law ensures your case is strong, avoids red flags, and anticipates any complications. We also guide you through interviews, waivers (if needed), and responses to government requests, significantly improving your chances.

Only if you have an approved Advance Parole document. Traveling without it can result in your application being considered abandoned. Many people make this mistake and have to start over. At Ibrahim & Dobaria Law, we help clients apply for Advance Parole and advise them when it’s safe to travel to avoid jeopardizing their immigration process.

Green Cards are permanent in name but conditional in practice. Violating immigration laws, committing certain crimes, or even spending too much time abroad can result in revocation. Ibrahim & Dobaria Law helps clients maintain compliance and avoid pitfalls that could put their status at risk. We also guide permanent residents toward citizenship, which offers greater security.

Conditional Green Cards are issued to marriage-based applicants married for less than two years at approval. These last two years and require you to file to remove conditions before expiration. Failure to do so can lead to loss of status. Ibrahim & Dobaria Law helps you file Form I-751 with solid proof that the relationship remains valid, even if separated or divorced.

In most categories, yes. This is known as derivative immigration benefits. Spouses and unmarried children under 21 can often receive Green Cards through your application. But timing, eligibility, and form accuracy are critical. Ibrahim & Dobaria Law structures your petition to ensure all eligible family members are included properly, avoiding delays or eligibility issues.

It depends. If you entered without inspection or overstayed, you may need a waiver or have to apply from your home country. This carries risks, especially if bars to reentry apply. Ibrahim & Dobaria Law carefully evaluates your situation and outlines the safest and most strategic path—whether it’s through family, asylum, VAWA, or other relief.

Common errors include submitting outdated forms, inconsistent answers, missing signatures, insufficient evidence, or mailing to the wrong address. Many clients also fail to track USCIS updates or respond to RFEs on time. Ibrahim & Dobaria Law ensures your application is professionally assembled, triple-checked, and filed correctly—preventing issues that could cost months or even years.

Sometimes. If you entered legally and marry a U.S. citizen, you can generally adjust status inside the U.S. However, applying while on a tourist visa with the intent to immigrate can raise “immigrant intent” issues, possibly leading to denial. Ibrahim & Dobaria Law evaluates your timing and eligibility to avoid any fraud accusations.