Difference between Form I-130 and Form I-485

Confused about filing Forms I-130 and I-485? Learn if filing together (concurrently) can speed up your green card process.

Avoid I-130 Delays: One Beneficiary Per Petition

File a separate I-130 form with USCIS for each family member you want to bring to the US, along with supporting documents and filing fees.

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Bringing Your Grandchild to the US

Grandparents can't directly sponsor grandchildren with a simple form, but sponsoring their child first opens the door for eventual family reunification…

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I-130: Immediate relatives VS Preference relatives

USCIS prioritizes green card applications for immediate relatives, while others in the family preference category wait based on their application date and visa limits.

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Faster Family Reunions with Easier USCIS Petitions

USCIS updated their guidelines for family-based immigration petitions like Form I-130 to improve communication and expedite processing.

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Family Sponsorship & Financial Sponsor

Don't worry about meeting income requirements alone! Team up with a joint sponsor to bring your family to the US.

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Family Waiting for Green Card and Work?

Navigating work authorization for a Green Card applicant depends on their current status: existing work visa, no work permission, or applying for adjustment of status with Form I-765.

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Common Reasons for I-130 Denials

Though many family immigration petitions succeed, avoiding rejection requires careful application completion, honesty, proper category selection, timely responses, and potentially legal guidance.

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What USCIS Needs for Immigration Sponsorship

Family Immigration: Prove Your Love Story is Legit. USCIS Wants to Know the Details!

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Sponsor Family for U.S. Citizens Abroad

US citizens abroad can sponsor family for immigration, but need proof of returning, financial support, and potentially travel for interviews.

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Sponsor Multiple Green Cards for Family

Sponsoring multiple family members for the US requires separate Form I-130s with fees, documents, and proof of your relationship, but an attorney can help navigate the process.

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EB-5: Get Green Cards for Your Family

Invest in the US (EB-5 program) for green cards for you and your family (conditional first, then permanent, but children turning 21 might need a separate application).

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Single Parent Adoption & I-130

Single Parent Adoption Dream? Form I-130 Might Be Your Key (But Here's What You'll Need to Prove Your Family Bond)...

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Sponsor Family with Conditional Green Card?

Conditional Green Card Holder? Sponsor Family Now... But This Unexpected Catch Could Derail Your Plans...

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Who Can Sponsor Your Green Card?

US citizens or green card holders can sponsor spouses, children, parents, siblings (with limitations), fiancés(e)s, some employees, investors, and in special cases, refugees/asylees/victims.

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Form I-130 vs. I-129F

Unsure Between Form I-130 & I-129F? Find Out Which Kickstarts Your US Immigration Journey (Family vs. Fiancé(e))...

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Sponsoring Family and Criminal Record?

Criminal Record Blocking Family Sponsorship? Don't Give Up! Waivers and Strategies Might Help... Read Here for More!

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Who Can You Sponsor for a Green Card?

US citizens can sponsor more relatives for green cards (spouse, any child, siblings if 21+) than green card holders (spouse, unmarried children under 21). Consult an immigration attorney for details.

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Fast Family Green Card: I-130 & I-485

Concurrent filing of Forms I-130 (relative petition) and I-485 (green card application) by immediate relatives of US citizens might speed up processing, potentially leading to earlier work permits and travel authorization (consult an attorney for eligibility details).

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Family Green Card Renewal

Green card holders based on family sponsorship can renew their expiring card (or lost/damaged one) using Form I-90 with proof of status, biometrics appointment (if needed), filing fee, and wait for a new card (consult an attorney if unsure).

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