IR-5 Visa – Parent of a U.S. Citizen
Immigrant Visa for Parents Seeking Permanent Residency in the U.S.
The IR-5 visa allows parents of U.S. citizens (who are at least 21 years old) to immigrate to the United States and obtain lawful permanent resident status (Green Card). This visa helps families reunite by providing a direct path for parents to live permanently in the U.S.
At Borderless Lawyers, we guide U.S. citizens and their parents through the IR-5 visa application process smoothly and efficiently.
✅ What Is the IR-5 Visa?
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Immigrant visa for parents of U.S. citizens aged 21 or older
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Grants permanent resident status upon entry
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Enables parents to live, work, and study in the U.S.
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No annual visa limits for IR-5 (immediate relatives category)
🔍 Eligibility Criteria
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Petitioner must be a U.S. citizen at least 21 years old
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Parent must be the biological or adoptive parent of the petitioner
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Evidence of the parent-child relationship (birth certificate, adoption records)
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No disqualifying criminal or immigration issues
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Both petitioner and parent must meet all legal requirements
📋 Application Process
1. File Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative)
The U.S. citizen files a petition for their parent with USCIS.
2. USCIS Approval and National Visa Center Processing
Once approved, the case is sent to the National Visa Center for consular processing.
3. Visa Interview at U.S. Embassy or Consulate
Parent attends an interview with supporting documentation and medical exam.
4. Entry to the U.S. and Green Card Issuance
Upon approval, the parent enters the U.S. as a lawful permanent resident.
💡 Benefits of the IR-5 Visa
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Permanent residency without visa quotas
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Right to work and study in the U.S.
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Eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship after residency
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Ability to travel freely in and out of the U.S.
🧾 Our Legal Services for IR-5 Visa
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Petition preparation and filing (I-130)
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Document collection and verification
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Assistance with consular processing and interview preparation
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Guidance on medical examinations and affidavits of support
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Follow-up and support through visa issuance
🌐 Ready to Reunite with Your Parents in the U.S.?
Our immigration experts provide compassionate and comprehensive support every step of the IR-5 visa process.