Family-based immigration allows U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to sponsor certain relatives for permanent residency (green card).
🗂️ Family Visa Categories
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Immediate Relatives: Spouses, unmarried children under 21, and parents of U.S. citizens (no annual caps).
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Family Preference Categories:
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F1: Unmarried adult children of U.S. citizens.
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F2: Spouses and unmarried children of permanent residents.
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F3: Married children of U.S. citizens.
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F4: Siblings of U.S. citizens.
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📝 Application Process
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File Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative.
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Wait for priority date to become current if applicable.
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Consular processing or adjustment of status for the beneficiary.
⚠️ Important Considerations
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Priority dates and visa bulletin determine wait times.
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Proof of bona fide relationship is critical.
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Legal guidance helps ensure proper documentation and timing.
📞 Borderless Lawyers assists with family-based immigration petitions, guiding clients through complex processes to reunite with loved ones in the U.S.