Parent/Sibling Petitions

The I-864 Affidavit of Support is a crucial part of many U.S. immigration cases, especially family-based petitions. Its primary purpose is to show that the intending immigrant will have adequate financial support and will not become a public charge. The form requires the Petitioner, usually a U.S. citizen (USC) or lawful permanent resident (LPR), to prove...

Securing a green card via a family sponsor entails the Petitioner, either a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident, initiating a petition for their spouse, parent, child/son/daughter, or sibling. This petition is filed using Form I-130, known as the Petition for Alien Relative. Regardless of the relationship basis for the petition, the following list highlights...

Financial sponsorship is a crucial aspect of the immigration process, especially in family-based cases, e.g., spousal, parent, and sibling petitions. This form is used to establish the relationship between a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and their foreign relative who is seeking to immigrate to the United States. Here are the key points to understanding...

The problem of children aging out has always been a complex issue, with many filing applications for a green card only to lose eligibility at the last minute. On February 14, 2023, USCIS updated its guidance on the Child Status Protection Act (CSPA), specifically with regards to when an immigrant visa becomes available.  Children’s eligibility...

So, you have finally reached the end of the road and become a U.S. citizen and are wondering how to obtain a green card for your parent. Fortunately, parents are immediate relatives, which means there is no wait time for a green card, except of course the time it takes for USCIS to process the...