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Forget counting, focus on categories: Sponsoring family for a green card

While there's no single number you can sponsor, getting your family a green card has specific rules to follow. Here's the breakdown:

Who you can sponsor:

  • Immediate Family (no waiting!): Spouse, unmarried children under 21, and parents (if you're 21+ and US Citizen).

  • Family Preference Categories: This is where things get specific. These categories have quotas and waiting times:

    • First Preference: Unmarried children of U.S. citizens.

    • Second Preference: Spouses and children of green card holders, plus unmarried adult children (21+).

    • Third Preference: Married children of U.S. citizens.

    • Fourth Preference: Siblings of adult U.S. citizens (longest wait times).

Green Card Holders:

  • You can sponsor your spouse and unmarried children, but not parents or siblings.


Remember:

  • Sponsoring is a legal and financial commitment with requirements to meet.

  • Immigration rules change, so stay updated with USCIS or consult an immigration expert for personalized advice on us immigration consultants.

Key takeaway: There's no fixed number, but different categories have different rules and wait times. Check the category your family falls under and consult an expert for specific guidance.



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