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for Family members of US Citizens
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What is a family Green Card?
For family members of US citizens and permanent residents
Visa category
Timeline
Green Card
At least 2 years, but may be longer depending on your preference category and location
At least 2 years, but may be longer depending on your preference category and location.
Timeline
Green Card
Visa category
Want to know if you might qualify?
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Pass our free initial self-assessment quiz. Takes less than 5 minutes
Who is the family green card for?
The spouse of a U.S. citizen
The unmarried child (under 21 y.o.) of a U.S. citizen
The parent of an adult U.S. citizen
For unmarried children (21+ y.o.) of U.S. citizens
For unmarried children (21+ y.o.) of green card holders
For married sons and daughters of U.S. citizens
For brothers and sisters of U.S. citizens (if the U.S. citizen is (21+ y.o.)
For spouses and children (unmarried and under 21 years of age) of green card holders
The spouse of a U.S. citizen
The unmarried child (under 21 years of age) of a U.S. citizen
The parent of a U.S. citizen (citizen is 21 y.o.)
For unmarried sons and daughters (21+ y.o.) of U.S. citizens
For unmarried sons and daughters (21+ y.o.) of green card holders
For married sons and daughters of U.S. citizens
For brothers and sisters of U.S. citizens (if the U.S. citizen is 21 y.o.)
For spouses and children (unmarried, under 21 y.o.) of Green Card holders
Family Green Card timeline
Abroad (Consular Processing)
Inside the the US (Adjustment of Status)
Step 2: NVC (National Visa Center) processing
National Visa Center (NVC) gathers additional information and forwards the approved I-130 petition to the consulate in the foreign country for visa appointment scheduling.
2-6 months for NVC processing.
Step 4: Embassy appointment
Once the priority date is current, attend the visa appointment. Get your visa to travel to the US as a permanent resident.
Timing varies by consulate, usually about 1-5 months.
Step 1: I-130 Petition
File i130 Petition with USCIS. Takes about 12 months.
Step 3: Wait for your priority date to become current
Family green card visas are limited (except for Immediate Relatives of US citizens), so you may need to wait for your “priority date” to become current on visa bulletin before you file
Step 5: Arrival in the US
The applicant arrives in the US as a Permanent Resident, and then receives their green card. About 1-2 months.
Government fees
for consular processing
USCIS Form I-130 Filing Fee:
Paper Filing: $675
Online Filing: $625
I-864 (financial support form): $120
USCIS Immigrant Fee: $220
DOS Visa Fee: $325
Medical Exam: Varies by doctor ($100-$500)
Family Green Card timeline
Abroad (Consular Processing)
Inside the the US (Adjustment of Status)
Step 2: NVC (National Visa Center) processing
National Visa Center (NVC) gathers additional information and forwards the approved I-130 petition to the consulate in the foreign country for visa appointment scheduling.
2-6 months for NVC processing.
Step 4: Embassy appointment
Once the priority date is current, attend the visa appointment. Get your visa to travel to the US as a permanent resident. Timing varies by consulate, usually about 1-5 months.
Step 1: I-130 Petition
File i130 Petition with USCIS. Takes about 12 months.
Step 3: Wait for your priority date to become current
Family green card visas are limited (except for Immediate Relatives of US citizens), so you may need to wait for your “priority date” to become current on visa bulletin before you file.
Step 5: Arrival in the US
The applicant arrives in the US as a Permanent Resident, and then receives their green card. About 1-2 months.
Consular
Government
fees
Form i130 fee: $625-675
Financial support form: $120
USCIS Immigrant Fee: $220
DOS Visa Fee: $325
Medical Exam*: $100-$500
*varies by doctor
Family Green Card timeline
Abroad (Consular Processing)
Inside the the US (Adjustment of Status)
Step 2: NVC (National Visa Center) processing
National Visa Center (NVC) gathers additional information and forwards the approved I-130 petition to the consulate in the foreign country for visa appointment scheduling.
2-6 months for NVC processing.
Step 4: Embassy appointment
Once the priority date is current, attend the visa appointment. Get your visa to travel to the US as a permanent resident. Timing varies by consulate, usually about 1-5 months.
Step 1: I130 Petition
File i130 Petition with USCIS. Takes about 12 months.
Step 3: Wait for your priority date to become current
Family green card visas are limited (except for Immediate Relatives of US citizens), so you may need to wait for your “priority date” to become current on visa bulletin before you file
Step 5: Arrival in the US
The applicant arrives in the US as a Permanent Resident, and then receives their green card. About 1-2 months.
Government fees
for consular processing
USCIS Form i130 Filing Fee: $625-675
I-864 (financial support form): $120
USCIS Immigrant Fee: $220
DOS Visa Fee: $325
Medical Exam*: $100-$500
*varies by doctor
Family Green Card petition
Form I130 for family members petition pricing
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Flexible payment plans for up to 6 months
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Price
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Upfront
$4,000
or
Payment plan
$667
per mo / 6 months
Money Back Plan
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Visa approved or money back
Upfront
$5,000
or
Payment plan
$833
per mo / 6 months
Standard Plan
Dedicated personal immigration guide
No hourly rates. Unlimited lawyer support from start to finish
Flexible payment plans for up to 6 months
Money Back Guarantee. Terms apply
Upfront
$4,000
or
Payment plan
$667
per mo / 6 months
Money Back Plan
most popular
Dedicated personal immigration guide
No hourly rates. Unlimited lawyer support from start to finish
Flexible payment plans up to 6 months
Money Back Guarantee. Terms apply
Upfront
$5,000
or
Payment plan
$833
per mo / 6 months
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Experienced immigration lawyers and co-counsel with thousands of visas and green cards obtained for clients.
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5 years of experience
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Bishnoi7 years of experience
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Gunara2,500 cases
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Daliah was recommended to my husband and me by an executive at the company we both work for, and she was very helpful as we prepared for my husband's K1 visa to immigrate to the United States. She provided Certified English Translations for my husband's Israeli documents, including court records. She met with us and helped us organize our documentation and navigate the visa process.
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Hi Ariel, Just wanted to say THANK YOU for an amazing service and assistance with this case. It started a year ago, and now after all those months, I can relax (at least from this aspect). Just to share with you that it was one of the biggest administration challenges I need to complete as part of the company's Reset. Thank you again
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FAQ
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How long does it take to get a family green card?
This depends on what your family relationship is (parent, spouse, sibling, etc), what country you’re from, and whether your family member is a US citizen or just has a green card. Most processes take at least one or two years, but some can take much longer.
How long does it take to get a family green card?
This depends on what your family relationship is (parent, spouse, sibling, etc), what country you’re from, and whether your family member is a US citizen or just has a green card. Most processes take at least one or two years, but some can take much longer.
How long does it take to get a family green card?
This depends on what your family relationship is (parent, spouse, sibling, etc), what country you’re from, and whether your family member is a US citizen or just has a green card. Most processes take at least one or two years, but some can take much longer.
What is a family green card?
The US allows people to request (“petition”) for certain close family members to join them in the US. This includes parents, children, spouses, and siblings. The person in the US must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident (green card holder). Once the request is approved and a visa is available, the relative can apply for a green card.
What is a family green card?
The US allows people to request (“petition”) for certain close family members to join them in the US. This includes parents, children, spouses, and siblings. The person in the US must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident (green card holder). Once the request is approved and a visa is available, the relative can apply for a green card.
What is a family green card?
The US allows people to request (“petition”) for certain close family members to join them in the US. This includes parents, children, spouses, and siblings. The person in the US must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident (green card holder). Once the request is approved and a visa is available, the relative can apply for a green card.
How much is a family-based green card?
This depends on whether your family member is applying from the US or another country. If they are applying from another country, the process will cost a little over $1,500 in required fees (depending on the cost of the medical exam.) If your relative is applying from within the US, the total cost will be around $3,000 if you are also applying for work and travel permits while you wait.
How much is a family-based green card?
This depends on whether your family member is applying from the US or another country. If they are applying from another country, the process will cost a little over $1,500 in required fees (depending on the cost of the medical exam.) If your relative is applying from within the US, the total cost will be around $3,000 if you are also applying for work and travel permits while you wait.
How much is a family-based green card?
This depends on whether your family member is applying from the US or another country. If they are applying from another country, the process will cost a little over $1,500 in required fees (depending on the cost of the medical exam.) If your relative is applying from within the US, the total cost will be around $3,000 if you are also applying for work and travel permits while you wait.
Can I bring my sister to USA if I have a green card?
No, unfortunately only US citizens can sponsor their siblings for a green card in the US. If you become a Citizen, you can petition for a brother or sister (but there are very long waits in this category).
Can I bring my sister to USA if I have a green card?
No, unfortunately only US citizens can sponsor their siblings for a green card in the US. If you become a Citizen, you can petition for a brother or sister (but there are very long waits in this category).
Can I bring my sister to USA if I have a green card?
No, unfortunately only US citizens can sponsor their siblings for a green card in the US. If you become a Citizen, you can petition for a brother or sister (but there are very long waits in this category).
How long does it take to get a green card for a brother or sister?
Currently, the brothers and sisters of US citizens (Fourth Preference , F4) need to wait at least 16 to 23 years to get a green card, depending on their nationality.
How long does it take to get a green card for a brother or sister?
Currently, the brothers and sisters of US citizens (Fourth Preference , F4) need to wait at least 16 to 23 years to get a green card, depending on their nationality.
How long does it take to get a green card for a brother or sister?
Currently, the brothers and sisters of US citizens (Fourth Preference , F4) need to wait at least 16 to 23 years to get a green card, depending on their nationality.
What is the minimum income to sponsor an immigrant?
The minimum income needed to sponsor an immigrant depends on a few things, including where you live and how many people you already support financially (your “household size”). For example, if you have 2 dependent children, and are sponsoring 1 immigrant, your total household size would be 4 (You + 2 children + 1 immigrant).
What is the minimum income to sponsor an immigrant?
The minimum income needed to sponsor an immigrant depends on a few things, including where you live and how many people you already support financially (your “household size”). For example, if you have 2 dependent children, and are sponsoring 1 immigrant, your total household size would be 4 (You + 2 children + 1 immigrant).
What is the minimum income to sponsor an immigrant?
The minimum income needed to sponsor an immigrant depends on a few things, including where you live and how many people you already support financially (your “household size”). For example, if you have 2 dependent children, and are sponsoring 1 immigrant, your total household size would be 4 (You + 2 children + 1 immigrant).
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Full clarity and transparency every step along the way
Avi Goldenberg
Principal attorney at Manifest Law, PLLC
Take the First Step:
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Discuss the visa options of interest to you
General information about timelines, fees, requirements for various visa options
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Full clarity and transparency every step along the way
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Principal attorney at Manifest Law, PLLC
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