If you're planning to sponsor a spouse, parent, child, or other qualifying family member for a green card, you may be wondering whether you earn enough to meet the government's financial requirements. The good news is that not meeting the income threshold does not always mean you cannot move forward. In many cases, there may be alternative options available to help satisfy the financial sponsorship requirements. What Is an Affidavit of Support? When a U.S. citizen or lawful p

On May 22, 2026, USCIS ann ounced major changes to Adjustment of Status cases (green card applications filed inside the United States). What Is Changing? USCIS is now saying that Adjustment of Status is not automatic, even if someone qualifies for a green card. Immigration officers now have more discretion to decide whether to approve or deny a case. This means officers may look more closely at: • Immigration history • Prior overstays or violations • Criminal history or arres