Apply for your green card when you're married to a permanent resident of the U.S.

If you're married to someone who already has their green card, you're what immigration authorities call a "second preference relative_desktop" -- in other words, you're not immediately eligible for permanent residence. But with the right instructions and attention to detail, you can successfully navigate the three-step process of applying for your own green card.

Nolo's Adjustment of Status Checklist for Immigrant Married to a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident has the information and instructions you need to help you get through this often years-long process. Get details on:

• what happens after your spouse submits initial form I-130 to the USCIS
• handling your application whether you're in your country of origin or already legally in the U.S.
• how to organize your paperwork for a successful application submission
• how your case will be handled if expired immigration laws apply to you
• where to obtain the correct forms for your application

Get your green card and start building a life in the U.S. when you're married to a lawful permanent resident with the checklist and instructions in this comprehensive kit.