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Family Petitions
Family petitions allow some relatives of an American citizen or a legal permanent resident to obtain residency and live in the U.S.
Who can apply for a Family Petition?
Requirements
To request a Family Petition, the following is required:
Legitimate Family Relationship
The applicant must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident and must demonstrate a legitimate relationship to the person they wish to sponsor.
Form I-130
Complete Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) and file it with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Supporting Documents
Evidence of your legal status in the U.S. and your relationship to the family member, such as marriage certificates, birth certificates, etc., must be submitted.
Payment of Fees
Fees associated with the petition and other related processes, such as medical examinations and interviews, are required.
Benefits of family petitions
Family reunification
It allows U.S. citizens to quickly reunite with their loved ones so they can live legally in the country.
Access to Permanent Residence (Green Card)
Once the family petition is approved, the relative can receive a green card and obtain permanent resident status. This opens the door to enjoying legal rights such as work and the possibility of applying for U.S. citizenship in the future.
Higher Probability of Approval
Family-based petitions tend to have a high success rate, especially when family relationships are clear and direct. This process is key for those seeking to obtain legal immigration status in the U.S. through their relationship with a citizen or permanent resident.
Do you have any questions?
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How long does it take to process a family petition?
Processing time varies depending on the relationship and immigration status of the applicant, but can generally take between 6 months and several years.
Can I file a family petition if I am not a US citizen?
If you are a legal permanent resident (green card holder), you can apply for residency for your spouse and unmarried children. However, U.S. citizens have more options.
Can my family member work while waiting for the petition to be approved?
Yes, in some cases, family members who are awaiting visa approval may apply for employment authorization while their application is being processed.
Can I include my minor children in the petition?
Yes, unmarried children under the age of 21 may be included in the family petition application.
How to request advice?
Step by step
Request an Appointment for Advice
Select the date that best suits you through Calendly, call or WhatsApp. Make the payment for the consultation and your appointment will be confirmed and scheduled.
Personalized advice
You will meet with Dr. Liliana Jones to review your case. During the consultation, Dr. Jones will explain the next steps and the options available to you to begin your process.
Beginning of the legal process
Once you decide to proceed with HALS, we will build your case and have a meeting to review it together before submitting it.
Process response
Once we receive a response regarding your case, we will schedule a meeting to share the answer with you.
PAYMENT PLANS
At HALS, we offer flexible payment plans so that cost is not an obstacle and you can start your legal process with peace of mind.
