Green card

All About Green Card by Kinship
(Family Based)

Obtaining a Green Card (permanent residency in the United States) through kinship involves different categories of sponsoring relatives. Specific requirements may vary based on the type of kinship.

About the Green Card

Who can apply for the family-based green card?

Spouses

Spouses of U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents can apply for a Green Card.

Offspring

Unmarried and minor children of U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents can apply for a Green Card. In addition, married and/or adult children of U.S. citizens can apply for a Green Card, although the process can be more complex.

Parents

Parents of U.S. citizens over the age of 21 can apply for a Green Card as long as the sponsoring citizen is a lawful permanent resident.

Siblings

Siblings of U.S. citizens over the age of 21 can apply for a Green Card as long as the sponsoring citizen is a lawful permanent resident.

Important Details

Important Considerations for Applying for Family Based Visas

It is always advisable to seek legal advice when dealing with kinship Green Card applications, as the processes can be complex and subject to changes in immigration laws. Here are some important considerations:

Annual dues

Some preference categories have annual quotas, which can result in significant wait times.

Adjustment of Status vs. Consular Process

The adjustment of status is for those who are already in the U.S., while the consular process is for those outside the U.S., for example, in Brazil.

Exceptions and Complexities

There are some exceptions and specific circumstances that may affect the requirements, such as abuse cases, humanitarian cases, among others.

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Family-based Green Card Questions

The Most Asked Questions About Green Card by Kinship

The visa category of Immediate Relative or IR (Immediate Relative) favors immediate relatives and therefore, children over 21 can apply for a process for their parents to have a Green Card.

Spouses, Parents, Children and Siblings. Pay attention to the ages and who of the two in the relationship is eligible.

A “child” can be single or married and must be under the age of 21 to qualify for certain visa categories.

You, as a U.S. citizen, can sponsor a brother or sister for a Green Card, but there is an annual limit on the number of visas available.

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