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How Can I Bring My Family Members To The United States?
If you’re a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident, you may be able to bring eligible family members to the United States. To do this, your loved ones must apply for a family-based immigrant visa, which is the path toward becoming lawful permanent residents themselves.
Melody Busey helps families across the country gather the required documents, complete the necessary forms, and understand each step of the process. By working closely with you and your relatives, she helps ensure everything is submitted correctly so your loved ones have the best chance of joining you in the United States.
With steady guidance and clear communication, B&G Law Group, PLLC supports you through the journey to reunite your family.
Call B&G Law Group, PLLC at 980-999-1153 to schedule a consultation with a lawyer today.
Which Family Members Are Eligible to Apply for a Green Card?
Two categories of family members may qualify for family-based immigration: immediate relatives and preference relatives. Under U.S. immigration law, immediate relatives include a U.S. citizen’s spouse, unmarried minor children, and parents — as long as the U.S. citizen is at least 21 years old.
The preference-relative categories are broader and divided into four levels. The first preference includes adult unmarried children of U.S. citizens. The second covers the spouses and unmarried children of lawful permanent residents. The third preference extends to married children of U.S. citizens, and the fourth includes siblings of U.S. citizens, provided the sponsoring citizen is at least 21 years old.
Fiancés of U.S. citizens fall into a separate category and may apply for a fiancé visa, which offers a process similar to that of immediate relatives as long as the couple marries within 90 days of arrival.
Because these categories and requirements can be complex, having knowledgeable legal guidance can help streamline the process and reduce delays.
Set up an appointment with B&G Law Group, PLLC
today to ensure everything is prepared accurately and to move your family’s immigration journey forward.
How Long Will My Family Members Need to Wait?
Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens can apply for an immigrant visa without waiting for a visa number to become available. Preference relatives, however, are subject to annual limits, which means they often face long wait times before they can move forward in the process. Because the government reviews these petitions based on the date they are filed, it’s important for preference relatives to submit their applications as early as possible.
In some countries where demand is especially high, the wait can stretch for several years — which is why getting started promptly matters.
B&G Law Group, PLLC can help you begin the process, ensure the paperwork is accurate, and guide your family through the steps needed to move forward.
Have Questions About an Immigration Matter?
When your status, your family’s future, or your ability to remain in the United States is on the line, clear guidance is essential. Call B&G Law Group, PLLC at 980-999-1153 to discuss your situation and get the support you need.