If your U.S. citizen spouse passes away during the immigration process, don’t worry—USCIS has provisions to help. The I-130 petition automatically converts into a widow petition, allowing you to continue the process to secure your green card. You’ll need to show that the marriage was bona fide. Otherwise you can file a widow petition within two years of your spouse’s passing if it wasn’t already submitted. I know this can be a difficult time, but the law is designed to protect you in situations