A Chinese Grad Student Turns F-1 Status Into a Marriage Green Card

Mary Russell helped a Chinese graduate student secure a marriage-based Green Card through a concurrent I-130 and Adjustment of Status filing with her U.S. citizen spouse. Despite heightened scrutiny of single-intent F-1 holders adjusting status inside the U.S., the case highlighted years of continuous lawful student status and a relationship that predated any immigration plans. A thorough bona fide marriage evidence package and a ready joint sponsor for the Affidavit of Support carried the case to approval.