Family Petition
Allows U.S. citizens or permanent residents to petition for residency for certain family members legally and safely.
About this service
A family petition is the process through which a U.S. citizen or permanent resident can request residency for certain family members. Citizens can petition for their spouse, children, parents, and siblings, while permanent residents can petition for their spouse and children. Wait times vary depending on the family category and visa availability.
Requirements
Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Demonstrate eligible family relationship
Meet income requirements (Affidavit of Support)
Process
- 1
Eligibility evaluation
We verify your status and the qualifying family relationship.
- 2
Form I-130 preparation
We complete the petition with required documentation.
- 3
USCIS filing
We submit the petition and monitor progress.
- 4
Consular processing or adjustment
Depending on the case, we proceed at a consulate or with adjustment of status in the U.S.
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