Bringing Your Family Closer: A Guide for Green Card Holders
As a green card holder, you can sponsor your immediate family members.
Here's a breakdown to help you understand the process:
Who can you sponsor?
Immediate Relatives: Your spouse and unmarried children under 21 come first!
Family-Sponsored Categories: You can also sponsor older children (unmarried 21+ and married) and parents (certain conditions apply).
How does it work?
Fill Form I-130: Submit a separate form for each eligible family member, with supporting documents and fees.
Wait for Approval: USCIS reviews your petition. If approved, it goes to the National Visa Center (NVC).
Next Steps:
Outside the US: Family attends interviews and submits documents at the US embassy/consulate (consular processing).
Already in the US: They may be eligible to adjust status without leaving (adjustment of status).
Important to Remember:
Visa Availability: Different family categories have different wait times for visas, depending on country of origin.
Stay Informed: Check USCIS resources and consult an immigration attorney for personalized guidance.
Ready to start?
Visit the USCIS website: https://www.uscis.gov/ for detailed information and forms.
Consider seeking professional advice to navigate the specific requirements for each family member on us immigration consultants.
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