In general, any U.S. citizen (regardless of age), can file for a spouse or a child. Additionally, a citizen, 21 years or older, can file for a parent. A U.S. citizen’s parent, spouse, or unmarried child under 21 years of age is considered immediate relatives. There are no limits on entry into the United States and these relatives are not subject to the wait periods that other relatives are. In addition to filing a petition, as a U.S. citizen sponsoring a foreign relative, you must also submit an affidavit of support to prove that you will be able to financially support the relative once he/she moves to this country. There are certain minimum income requirements to be met.
If your immediate relative is currently living within the United States and entered this country legally, they are a candidate for lawful permanent residence. Additionally, if your relative is living abroad, he/she can apply for permanent residence after the petition has been approved. Our firm will aid in obtaining permanent status for your relative. |
