Should you get your green card while staying in the United States (adjustment of status) or go through your home country's embassy (consular processing)? The answer depends on your specific situation, and in 2026, under the Trump administration, both paths have significant risks and benefits. 🎯 WHO THIS IS FOR: - People deciding between adjustment of status and consular processing - Couples where one spouse is in the US - Anyone with a pending or expiring immigration status - People from travel ban countries - Those worried about detention risks - Anyone planning their green card strategy Don't DIY this decision. The consequences are too high. 📘 FREE MARRIAGE GREEN CARD GUIDE: Download the Ultimate Marriage Green Card Guide (70+ pages): https://MarriageImmigrationLaw.com Covers: Fiancé visa vs. marriage, US citizen vs. green card holder spouse, adjustment vs. consular, timelines, evidence requirements, and more. 🇺🇸 CITIZENSHIP GUIDE: Already have your green card? https://JQKLaw.com/Citizenship 💬 LIVE Q&A SESSIONS: Join me every Tuesday at 4:00 PM Pacific (7:00 PM Eastern) on all social media platforms 📞 SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION: https://JQKLaw.com/Contact Phone: (818) 934-1561 ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction - Inside US or Through Embassy? 0:27 Your Background Determines Which Path 0:54 Factor #1: Can You Maintain Status Long Enough? 1:24 Detention Risk Under Trump Administration 2:02 Timeline Comparison - Speed vs. Safety Trade-off 2:52 Travel Restrictions During Adjustment of Status 3:30 Administrative Processing Delays at Embassies 4:12 Travel Ban Countries - Inside vs. Outside US 5:06 Can You Even Qualify for Adjustment of Status? 5:29 Previous Immigration Violations That Disqualify You 6:11 Why Proper Planning Matters More Than Ever 6:30 Free Resources & How to Get Help DISCLAIMER: This video provides general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Immigration law is complex and every case is different. The Trump administration is changing policies regularly. Consult with a qualified immigration attorney about your specific situation before making any decisions. If this video helped you understand the critical differences between these two paths, please like, subscribe, and share with anyone facing this decision. #AdjustmentOfStatus #ConsularProcessing #GreenCard #MarriageGreenCard #I485 #USCIS #ImmigrationLaw #TrumpImmigration #EmbassyInterview #ImmigrationAttorney #2026Immigration © 2025 JQK Law. All rights reserved.

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