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After my I-140 was approved, I got married. Can I add my new wife to the I-140?

05 Nov 2025
Posted at 11:42h in Employment Based, FAQs, For Employers, For Individuals, Resident by

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There is no need to add one’s wife to the I-140 in this situation. When the priority date is current, both spouses generally are eligible to file their I-485 applications, regardless of whether the spouse is listed in the I-140. (04.Nov.2025)

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