Family Based Immigration
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Family Based Immigration Attorney In Ontario, California
How Can I Bring My Family Members To The United States?
If you are a United States citizen or a green card holder (also known as a lawful permanent resident), you may have the opportunity to bring certain eligible family members to the U.S. through a process known as family-based immigration. This process involves submitting an application for the appropriate immigrant visa, which will allow your loved ones to apply for lawful permanent residence status to live and thrive in the United States.
Cierra Wilson, an experienced immigration attorney based in Ontario, California, focuses on working directly with individuals and families who are eager to navigate the complexities of obtaining family-based visas. She provides invaluable assistance to her clients by helping them understand the specific eligibility requirements, gathering all necessary supporting documents, and ensuring that the required forms are completed accurately and submitted on time without any unnecessary delays.
By choosing to work one-on-one with Cierra Wilson, you can proceed through each step of this intricate process with greater clarity and confidence. Her personalized approach is focused on helping to reunite families and providing you with the guidance needed to successfully bring your loved ones to the United States—allowing you all to build a future together in a supportive and loving environment.
Call Law Office of Cierra Esq. at 888-364-4444 to schedule a consultation with a lawyer today.
Which Family Members Are Eligible to Apply for a Green Card?
There are two main categories of family members who may qualify for family-based immigration: immediate relatives of U.S. citizens and a broader group known as preference relatives.
Immediate relatives include a U.S. citizen’s spouse, unmarried children under the age of 21, and parents, as long as the U.S. citizen is at least 21 years old. These cases are not subject to annual visa limits. Preference relatives fall into several categories with specific requirements and waiting periods. These include adult unmarried children of U.S. citizens, spouses and unmarried children of lawful permanent residents, married children of U.S. citizens, and siblings of U.S. citizens, provided the U.S. citizen is 21 or older.
Fiancés of U.S. citizens may qualify for a separate fiancé visa, which allows them to enter the United States to marry their U.S. citizen partner within 90 days of arrival. While the process may seem straightforward, each category has detailed rules and documentation requirements.
Cierra Wilson helps clients understand which family-based option applies to their situation and works with them to ensure each step is completed correctly. Scheduling a consultation can help you move forward with confidence and avoid unnecessary delays in reuniting with your loved ones.
How Long Will My Family Members Need to Wait?
Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens are generally able to apply for immigrant visas without long waiting periods, while preference relatives often face delays due to annual limits on the number of visas issued for each country. For preference categories, filing as early as possible is important, since U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services reviews petitions based on the date they are received.
In countries with high demand, waiting periods can be lengthy and may extend for several years before a visa becomes available. Starting the process promptly and submitting accurate paperwork can help avoid unnecessary setbacks.
Cierra Wilson works with individuals and families to begin the family-based immigration process as early as possible and to ensure filings are completed correctly. Contact her office to discuss your situation and take the first step toward bringing your family members to the United States.