Legal Question in Immigration Law in Colorado

I am a natural born USC in the military. I met my fiance when stationed in her country in 2010. I have since been reassigned to the US. She came to the US on an F-1 student VISA to improve her English and also to be with me here. Her VISA is good for 5 years. I asked her to marry me and we have since obtained a marriage license. Following the officiating of said license, I understand there are several forms we have complete and send to the USCIS. What are the purposes of these forms? What challenges should we expect? Is this a difficult process to accomplish without a lawyer or is one recommended? What are the typical fees I should expect for a lawyer's services should one be necessary or desired?


Asked on 2/01/12, 7:12 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Eric Fisher Law Office of Eric A. Fisher. LLC

The filing fees for the forms necessary to get permanent residency for your wife are $1070 for the I-485 and $420 for the I-130. There are several other forms that must be included, but they do not have fees. An attorney is not required, but strongly recommended. I charge $2000 to complete all the forms and prepare the couple for their interview at USCIS.

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Answered on 2/02/12, 7:33 am


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