If you are a lawful permanent U.S. resident or citizen and want to bring a family member based overseas to the U.S., you will need to sponsor the process of acquiring a valid U.S. immigration family visa.
Complexities and delays can make the application process more challenging—but personalized legal help from a Family Immigration Lawyer in New York in can ease the doubt and stress.
The talented family immigration lawyers at Urena & Associates have helped countless families reunite with marriage-based green cards, fiancé visas, and family petitions. It is undoubtedly one of the most rewarding aspects of our work.
We can help you do the same, starting with a free case evaluation
If you are a permanent U.S. resident or naturalized citizen, the immigration lawyers at Urena & Associates can help you bring a foreign-based family member to the United States to live and work legally.
A family visa is the first step towards lawful permanent residency or a “Green Card” (I-485) for close family members, such as spouses, fiancés, unmarried minor children, and parents as well as more distant relatives.
You will need to be a lawful resident of the U.S., aged over 21, and willing to arrange family sponsorship for your relative. Our legal team can help you:
You should be aware that family immigration is document-heavy and delays are inevitable unless the documentation is correct.
The U.S. immigration system is generally welcoming of foreign relatives of lawful U.S. residents and recognizes how much they can offer this country.
Family petition immigration centers around sponsorship for two main types of family visas:
Lawful permanent residents can sponsor petitions for immediate relative visas for spouses and unmarried children at any time while naturalized U.S. citizens can also file petitions on behalf of parents and siblings at any time.
However, the number of family preference visas issued each year is limited. These types of visas can be more challenging to secure and applicants may need to wait until a new allocation of visas becomes available.
All family visa applications are easier with the guidance of an experienced family-based immigration lawyer who will advocate for your rights and explore every channel to reunite your family with you.
The family immigration attorneys at Urena & Associates provide the following legal services for family members looking to sponsor relatives or fiancés to come to the U.S.:
Our family immigration lawyers also provide several services to help applicants who experience problems or complications with their family sponsorship or family petition immigration application with the USCIS:
The I-I30 Petition is the Petition for Alien Relative. This form establishes a qualifying family relationship for anyone hoping to secure a family visa for a relative to come to the U.S. to live and work legally.
The I-I30 is one of the most important aspects of family-based immigration, with approval potentially opening the door to a Green Card application.
Sometimes, it can be challenging for relatives to complete this form and provide the necessary supporting documentation, especially if English is not their native language, as is common with these applications.
Applicants can apply for a Green Card with the USCIS from inside the country if:
Those who are presently outside the U.S. must apply through the consular process at a U.S. embassy or consulate.
To apply for a Green Card from inside the U.S., you must complete and file Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status.
Waiting times can be significant but applicants can remain in the U.S. while their application is pending and may also apply for work authorization (EAD). There is usually no requirement to attend an interview.
Consular processing requires I-130 approval, documents for National Visa Center (NVC) processing, and attendance at a U.S. Embassy interview.
Reuniting your family is easier with the help of a seasoned immigration attorney. Our family immigration lawyers combine vast knowledge of U.S. immigration law, local knowledge of NYC field offices and immigration judges, and a compassionate ear to assist with family visa documentation, interview preparation, appeals, and more.
The visa process can be lengthy so time is of the essence. Start with a free consultation to discuss your requirements.
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