Navigating the Concurrent Filing Maze: A Simplified Guide
Planning to bring a family member to the US permanently? Concurrent filing might offer a faster path.
This means submitting several related applications simultaneously to the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Here's what you need to know:
Who's eligible?
Check if you and your family member qualify. This often applies to family-sponsored petitions (Form I-130) and adjustment of status applications (Form I-485).
Step 1:
File the Petition (Form I-130)
Step 2:
Prepare the Adjustment Application (Form I-485)
Step 3:
Gather All Documents
Step 4:
Biometrics Appointment
Step 5:
Interview (Optional)
Step 6:
USCIS Decision Time
Step 7:
Conditional Residency (In some cases)
Remember:
Stay updated on USCIS policies and processing times.
USCIS website provides detailed instructions and required forms.