Immigrate to the USA
Family Based Immigration is a process that allows U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to sponsor their family members to come and live in the United States. This is a common way for families to be reunited and for individuals to be able to live and work in the U.S. with their loved ones.
Minimum Requirements for Family Based Immigration:
- Sponsorship: The first step in Family Based Immigration is for a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident to sponsor their family member. The sponsor must prove their relationship with the family member and their ability to financially support them in the U.S.
- Eligible Family Relationships: Only certain family relationships are eligible for sponsorship under Family Based Immigration. This includes spouses, children, parents, and siblings of U.S. citizens, as well as spouses and unmarried children of lawful permanent residents.
- Petition: The sponsor must file a petition with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on behalf of their family member. The petition must be approved before the family member can apply for a visa to come to the U.S.
- Visa Application: Once the petition is approved, the family member must apply for a visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate in their home country. They will need to go through a background check and an interview before being granted a visa.
- Green Card: Once the family member arrives in the U.S., they will receive a green card that allows them to live and work in the country permanently. They may eventually be eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship.
Family Based Immigration can be a complex and lengthy process, so it is important to have the guidance of an experienced immigration attorney to help navigate the requirements and ensure a successful outcome. If you are interested in sponsoring a family member for immigration to the U.S., contact us today to schedule a consultation.