I switched from e3 (NOT eb3) to h1b and then they did the $100k eo, so it doesn't feel like a good idea to remain on h1b.

Now, my us citizen spouse and I are filing a spouse based green card application. (of course, we also filed for EA and AP)

Anything you can tell us about how long it might take, how many requests for extra documents they might ask for? (I understand you haven't seen our application, to our minds it's very thorough, like 400 pages, but yeah, in all generality)

Thank you Peter!

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proberts 7 hours ago | parent | next [-]

Even now, marriage-based green card applications are quick and easy. Because almost always they end in an interview at a local USCIS field office, the timing depends in part on the volume and efficiency of that local office but we are seeing most marriage-based green card applications approved within 6 months, regardless of the location. Requests for additional evidence in the marriage-based green card context are rare and when they happen are usually easy to address.

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Hendrikto 7 hours ago | parent [-]

That 6 months is considered “quick and easy” says a lot.

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mc32 7 hours ago | parent | next [-]

If you compare that to other countries it’s fast and easy.

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hvb2 7 hours ago | parent | prev [-]

Mind you, this is for obtaining citizenship. Citizenship is a very big deal as it's permanent unless you do something outrageous

	▲	cyberax 6 hours ago \| parent [-]
		This is not for citizenship, but for the permanent residency ("green card"). And yes, 6 months is a dream for most applicants. I had to wait 2 years for my uncomplicated GC case.

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ianhawes 6 hours ago | parent | prev [-]

What made you switch from E-3 to H-1B?