
TikTok creator Genessis Martinez Bethly received her US green card after living in the country for 12 years, according to Tuko. She reportedly fought back tears of joy and expressed appreciation for her husband, who supported her throughout the process. Bethly obtained permanent residency after navigating the I-130 petition and I-485 adjustment of status immigration procedures, marking the end of a lengthy journey toward legal permanent residence in the United States.
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