Navigating the path to U.S. citizenship for a relative can be complex, especially when dealing with waiting periods. If your partner has recently become a resident, you might be eager for them to gain citizenship to speed up the process of being recognized as an immediate relative.

The F2A Bulletin highlights the lengthy wait times, which can be frustrating. If your spouse obtained residency through a previous marriage, the waiting period is typically three years. However, if they are divorced, the wait extends to five years. It’s important to note that you can file for citizenship three months before these periods end.