Family Immigration
Family immigration to the USA allows individuals to join their relatives who are either U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. The process involves filing a Petition for Alien Relative (Form I-130) to establish the relationship, providing proof of the relationship such as marriage certificates or birth certificates, and submitting an Affidavit of Support (Form I-864) to demonstrate financial capability. Intending immigrants must also undergo a medical examination, obtain police certificates, and provide a valid passport and recent passport-style photographs. Application fees and additional documentation may be required depending on the specific circumstances and visa category.
Necessary Documents
- Petition for Alien Relative (Form I-130)
- Proof of Relationship
- Affidavit of Support (Form I-864)
- Biographic Information (Form DS-260)
- Medical Examination Records
- Police Certificates
- Passport
- Photographs
- Application Fees
- Additional Documentation
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Family-based immigration allows U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to sponsor certain family members for a visa to live and work in the United States. This includes spouses, children, parents, and siblings, depending on the sponsor's status.
U.S. citizens can sponsor their spouses, children (married and unmarried), parents, and siblings. Lawful permanent residents (green card holders) can sponsor their spouses and unmarried children.
Family-based visas are divided into two main categories: Immediate Relative Immigrant Visas and Family Preference Immigrant Visas. Immediate Relative Visas include spouses, unmarried minor children, and parents of U.S. citizens. Family Preference Visas include specific, more distant family relationships and are subject to annual numerical limits.
The process generally involves:
1. Filing a Petition for Alien Relative (Form
I-130).
2. Approval of the petition by the U.S. Citizenship and
Immigration Services (USCIS).
3. Waiting for a visa number to become available (if
applicable).
4. Consular processing or adjustment of status,
depending on whether the beneficiary is inside or
outside the U.S.
TYes, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) can sponsor their spouses and unmarried children for immigration to the U.S.
Are there financial requirements for sponsoring a family member? A: Yes, sponsors must demonstrate the ability to support their family members at 125% above the U.S. poverty line, by submitting an Affidavit of Support (Form I-864).
It depends on their current status and whether they have applied for a work permit (Employment Authorization Document, EAD). Immediate relatives applying for adjustment of status can usually apply for an EAD while their application is processed.
It depends on their current status and whether they have applied for a work permit (Employment Authorization Document, EAD). Immediate relatives applying for adjustment of status can usually apply for an EAD while their application is processed.
You can check the status of your application online through the USCIS website using the receipt number provided when you filed your petition. You can also contact the National Visa Center (NVC) for updates on cases processed through consulates.
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