👨👩👧 Family-Based Visa Petition: Requirements to Reunite with Your Loved Ones in the U.S.
Family-based immigration allows U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to sponsor certain relatives for visas, with the goal of reuniting and living legally in the United States. While the process is full of hope, it requires meeting specific requirements and providing clear documentation.
✅ Who Can Sponsor Whom?
U.S. citizens can petition for:
- Spouses
- Unmarried children under 21
- Unmarried children over 21
- Married children
- Siblings
- Parents (if the petitioner is at least 21 years old)
Lawful permanent residents can petition for:
- Spouses
- Unmarried children (both under and over 21)
📄 General Requirements for the Petition:
- Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative)
This form is filed by the U.S. citizen or resident with USCIS to start the process. - Proof of family relationship
Birth certificates, marriage certificates, photos, messages, and other documents showing the relationship is genuine. - Proof of petitioner’s immigration status
A copy of the U.S. passport, naturalization certificate, or green card. - Financial support evidence (Form I-864)
The petitioner must prove they have enough income to support their relative without relying on the government. - Civil documents translated into English
Birth, marriage, divorce certificates, police records, etc., must be professionally translated. - Applicable government fees
Fees must be paid to USCIS and later to the National Visa Center (NVC). - Consular processing or adjustment of status
Depending on whether the relative is inside or outside the U.S., one of these processes will apply.
🛂 How Can Los Cisneros Help?
At Los Cisneros, we offer complete legal support throughout your family immigration process:
✅ Accurate form preparation
✅ Family relationship evidence review
✅ Translations and legalizations
✅ Interview preparation
✅ Communication with USCIS and the NVC
📲 Start Your Family Reunification Process Today!
Your family deserves to be together. We’ll help make it happen.
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👨👩👧 A successful immigration journey starts with the right legal guidance. At Los Cisneros, we’re with you every step of the way.
