Marriage-Based US Green Cards Face Stricter Scrutiny In 2026

Marriage to a U.S. citizen as a route to a Green Card may become harder in 2026. New immigration rules include higher fees, stricter evidence requirements, and delays from fraud checks. Trump-era enforcement continues, with USCIS reporting a 15% rise in marriage petition RFEs, signaling tougher scrutiny and reduced advantages for spouses of U.S. citizens.