When you apply for a marriage green card, the spouse who is already a U.S. citizen or green card holder is called the sponsor or the petitioner, while the foreign spouse who is seeking a green card is called the beneficiary.

Can you pay someone to marry you for a green card?

A U.S. citizen is either paid or charges money to marry someone from outside the country and get him/her a green card. Marriages arranged through mail-order bridal agencies where both the alien and the citizen are aware that it is a fraud. In this case, this will be termed “marriage fraud” and not a “sham marriage.”

How do you get someone to marry you for a green card?

To apply, your spouse (the green card holder) must:File Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative.Provide proof of his or her status that demonstrates permanent residency in the U.S.Submit evidence that proves the qualifying relationship, such as a marriage certificate.More items •12 May 2020

How much do people pay to get married for a green card?

Marriage-Based Green Card Cost The government filing fees for applying for a marriage-based green card is $1,760 for a spouse living in the United States or $1,200 for a spouse living outside the United States. Note, this does not include the cost of the medical examination, which varies from roughly $200 to $500.