Marriage fraud investigations

Marriage fraud investigations are conducted to determine if a marriage is legitimate or if it was entered into for immigration benefits, such as obtaining a green card. Authorities, like U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), examine various factors, including the couple's living arrangements, communication, and shared finances, to assess the authenticity of the relationship. This may involve interviews, document reviews, and surveillance. The goal is to prevent abuse of immigration laws while ensuring genuine couples are not unfairly scrutinized. If fraud is found, legal consequences can follow, including visa denials or deportation for the non-compliant spouse.