The minimum income for a household of 2 to sponsor a family member or spouse is $25,550 as of August 2024. Minimum income requirements are lower for active duty military members.
2025 Income Requirements for Green Card Sponsors The most common minimum annual income required to sponsor a spouse or family member for a green card is $25,550. This assumes that the sponsor — the U.S. citizen or current green card holder — is not on active military duty and is sponsoring only one relative.
You must file a separate Form I-130 for each eligible relative unless they can be considered a derivative beneficiary. See the form instructions for more information. If you submit a petition for your spouse, you must also submit Form I-130A, Supplemental Information for Spouse Beneficiary.
Get licensed No appointment is necessary for a marriage license. You may either fill out the application online prior to visiting our office.
In reality, weddings are generally handled at the county level rather than the city level, which means unless you arrange a special, private ceremony — which is totally possible in many cities — it probably won't actually take place in your town's city hall.
To obtain a marriage license, you and your future spouse must appear together in-person at one of our office locations. You will need to complete the application form and present valid identification. Acceptable forms of I.D. must provide photo and age verification.
How to Apply for a Marriage License. The City of San José does not provide marriage licenses. Marriage licenses may be obtained from the Office of the County Clerk-Recorder with the County of Santa Clara. For more information, please visit the Office of the County Clerk-Recorder.