Hi, I'm marrried to a US citizen and now i am a permanent resident. My question is, would it be possible for my husband to sponsor my sister and her husband to come to the US and get the green card? Thank you.
Hej Audra do u believe that f4 visa process time for countries like low demand Denmark will be faster ? I want to know if it will take 2 or 3 years as there is no high demand ?
And what is the kids can get to come with their parents if they have if their parents have a sponsoring by their brother and sister what age do kids can have to get to come with together
Hello! Last August 2023, I submitted i-130 application for my married sister, her husband, and their child. Just last week sept 12, USCIS granted approval, and today sept 18 we received the welcome letter from NVC regarding the payment of fees. Once we settle the fees, should we expect her interview to be scheduled relatively soon, or could it potentially take 10-15 years? Additionally, my sister is expecting a baby. Would it be advisable to delay the payment until after the baby is born so I can include the baby’s documentation as well?
Hello Iam refugee and in live in a refugee camp we were sponsored and interviewed and the case is pending at USCIS adminstrative action for almost after covid 19 . What will we do?
I have a question. I've been in the US since 2006 along with my sister. I recently received my lawful entry with DACA through advanced Parole. I have a Social Security and a work permit all valid along being in university as well. Will it still take that long even though I've been in the US the entire time other than when i traveled abroad with advanced parole?
Unfortunately under the current laws (March 2022) you are not able to get a green card through your sister, as you are not in a lawful nonimmigrant status. DACA is deferred action, it is not considered a status by USCIS. Congress may change this so definitely watch the news.
My sister filed for my brother in Jamaica. The priority date is 10/2010. She moved and didn’t update her address right away. We went online and discovered that the petition was approved 10/2014. Her address is now updated with uscis. Is it really necessary to get an i824
Not really as long as you checked the box requesting consular processing. Just keep up with the priority date and make sure that NVC activates your case when it is available.
Hello Audra, i’m just curious and want to know the truth. Coz I heard that If the petitioner will die the petition will be canceled? Thank you for your help.
Hey Hi hope you are doing good actually I just got a US citizenship fee months back I want to file green card for my sister and brother what's is the fee and how long does it take if I apply from texas service center looking forward to hear from you soon
I need Help: I was born in the USA, and I am still a US Citizen. I have a half brother, from my father side, that was born in Nicaragua. He is in the USA on a TPS. I want to help him get a Green Card. I am over 21 and so is he, he is also married but his wife and 3 children are back in Nicaragua. I don’t know what to do, can you give me some advice.
There are a couple of issues to address - you can contact me for a consultation if you have more questions. The waiting time for a case like this is more than 15 years. In addition, we may have an issue if he crossed the border without inspection.
Hi! I’m a joint sponsor to sponsor my siblings. On I 864 form I prefer not to include any income info or tax returns. Is it possible I could ONLY fill out the section to include my properties as assets? If so, would property tax evaluation documents are enough to show the value of properties? Thanks
@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer thank you for your response. would it be the same timeframe if my mum (U.S citizen “)wanted to file for me. From my understanding they can both file I-130 for me , just in case one of them pass away in future?
Have a question. Filed for my brother in 2013. He got married in 2014 and have two kids now. Do I need to file for his spouse and kids. If so, will I be able to do it now or wait until we get the notice for further steps on his application?. They are in India now. Thank you.
My mother whose age is 77 has got IR5 visa and got green card recently. Since she got recently green card and she is unemployed in united states. My question is " Can she file i130 for his son who is above 21 years old and unmarried?
I havd a question please. as a US immigrant with a family sponsor (my sister), do i have to physically live with my sponser? or can I choose to go to a different state upon entry to the country?
My sister applied me on 2014 november and they gave me receipt number. And whenever I checked my case status it always shows “your case was received “ how long does it take to approve my case ? Please reply me
I have a question. My Aunt filed i-130 for my Mom in 2009. In 2019, we got a E2 visa and it got approved. Currently we are living in United States since last 3 years and are just waiting for our i-130 form to be approved so we can be a permanent resident. I see the wait time is now 15 years which means we have to wait until 2025. We also can’t go anywhere outside United States because we got our business visa from here and if we go back to our country, we have to file the process again. My question is that is there any way to expedite this process or adjust our status because our whole family is already in United States on a valid visa.
I am a Canadian and was removed at the border in 2006 due to working unlawfully. I was barred for 5 years. After removal, my sibling petitioned for me and am now schedule for an interview after 16 years. Would a waiver be required? Thank you.
My Sister is American and she is about to sponsor me. I am 52 years. Lived in NY and went to school in da Bronx from 1982 - 1988. I have a valid US SocSec, worked for a couple US companies, paid taxes, etc. Does any of those things enhance the I-130 application? Waiting 15 years seems like cruel and unusual punishment.
@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer Yes, I understand, but you can't get closer than blood, unless you're adopted. In that case, makes sense. If a direct blood relationship is evident, and you're employable, then I see no valid reason why you should have to wait 15 long grueling years. In 2022, information age, you should have to wait no more than 6 months to 3 years. It appears you are being unjustly penalized for following the letter of the law, when in point of fact, you should be thanked and rewarded for your compliance. Are they bonding the processing fee's and 15 years is when the bonds mature? I have to ask silly questions like that because the law is silly and it goes against the spirit and everything the Statue of Liberty represents. She's not on her knee's, so why should we be?
@north blue. Going through the same process. Get yourself a good lawyer, if you were here prior to 2001, did not commit any crimes, maintained legal status during that time, you may qualify for adjustment under the INA 245 (i) law. It may help to speed up your case. Not a promise but look into it.
@@lovingsamantha9443 Hi Samantha. Seen two lawyers back in 1988 and again when I was back in the US studying in the 90's and they both told me the same thing... "If you came into the US legally, there is nothing I can do for you, sorry. That'll be 250.00. Have a nice day." :-)) So, I had to go back home so my Sister could in turn, come and study. So it's been about what, 20 years now, apart from visiting the US every now and again, so I don't think INA 245 will apply in my case. No, I have no record, committed no crimes and why is that such a hard thing for military recruiters to believe, I don't know. Thanks very much...
I am US citizen. I am filing for my brothers biological brother. He was born in India and currently permanent resident for Canada. What should I chose for question 61 and 62?
My brother is a US citizen about 15 years. He has submitted sponsorship documents 4 years before. Does the number of year of 10 to 14 is calculated from the date of his submitting sponsorship or the date of he receiving US citizenship? Please advise.
Hi Audra, Thank you for this video. I'm a US citizen want to sponsor my brother and he is married. For I 130 petition I understand the required document is both of our birth certificate showing parents. Also, do I need to submit his marriage certificate and his spouse's brith certificate as well? Given he is married. I'm not clear about this document requirement for married sibling. Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Hey aud, I have a question. I want to sponsor a half sibling. We have the same father and he is on both of our birth certificates but, he never married any of our mothers. Can I still petition for my sibling? If so what proof do I need to bring?
It may be more difficult than a normal case and USCIS or the State Dept. may require a DNA test. But it is possible. You can contact me for a consultation at 404-325-5858.
Hi I’m Subhani Lamahewa I’m in Sri Lanka my sister is USA Citizen and she applied for this category for me and to my brother it’s taking 10 years now she applied in 2013 but no answer how long Will it take And Please let what should she do now
Hi Audra. I’m us citizen. My parents are green card holders. They are only their first year as green card holders. I have some siblings from vietnam that are older than 21 and one of them is already married and has kids. My question are :me us citizen or my parents green card holders should sponsor my siblings from overseas to help the process go faster? Do my parents have to be us citizen to be able to sponsor my siblings? Thank you!
You can sponor your siblings. Your parents can also sponsor them if they are unmarried (F2A). They do not have to be U.S. citizens in that circumstance.
Thank you for the video. I was brought from El Salvador since age 5, have DACA, work permit and associate degree. Can my 26 yr sibling petition for me and can the proof for financially supporting me be waived?
Your sibling can sponsor you but you are not eligible for adjustment of status through him/her, unfortunately, because you are out of status. I have never seen the I-864 be waived.
I'm from Brazil, my sister, an American citizen, is asking for the green card for me, can you tell me how long it can take? my favorite date November 13, 2016
Hello, in case I am citizen, and I want to petition my half parental sibling. I read in the immigration website , they ask for marriage certificate with my mother. But my father didn't married with her. Can It be denied the application? I have both birth certificate with the name of our father. Thanks
Good morning! The marriage certificate will be requested if your parents were married, but in your case they were not. You will need to explain that to USCIS if asked. Please contact us if you need assistance. 404-325-5858.
Hi Audra. I'm thinking about applying I130 for my brother who is married and has 2 kids. My question is Do I have to apply separate I-130 for each of them? Or I just wait until their case get approved and then include his wife and the kids in the form I-864? Thank you for your time.
Hi ! I have question. my mom who is currently here in the US, my aunty who is the US citizen, she's sponsor my mother to get the green card. she applied form -130 then the USCIS accept her case, but form I-485 got rejected. I was looking for visa bulletin for F4 and it said march 7/22. My mom just refiling the form again and they rejected again, so what does she do ? waiting until the date become current or she has to go back to her country ? she already overstay for 3 months here while she's waiting for her adjustment of status ? thanks
Hi! Unfortunately I think you are looking at the wrong line. Worldwide the Visa Bulletin says cases filed on or before 2007 can be adjudicated now, not 2022. She will need to go back to her home country and the waiting time will be 15 years.
Hello Audra, I'm an Italian citizen and my brother is in the state of Texas as an American citizen. I do visit without visa, my question would be. Can he petition for me while I'm in the US legally? In the state of Texas i read it somewhere that I might take from 18 to 24 months any confirmation please? And if it's possible, will I be given a right to work while I wait?
he can petition for you but your case will certainly not be completed in 18-24 months. It's more like 15 years. You would need to return to your home country and wait.
Hi, I have a question. So my sister has US citizenship but she is my half sister. I am a minor (17 years old) and my sister just applied for my green card. We have the same mum, but diffrent dad. Does that make it more harder to get a green card and does it make a diffrence if I am a minor, can I get the green card much easier? And do I have to wait 15 years or will it be faster?
Question: The National Visa Center approved all my documents that I sent to them for my brother and sister. They told me that they are waiting until visa number available and I checked the Visa Bulletin under F-4 category they are still working on 22Mar2007 since I would say the start of Covid; My case priority date is 07Jul2007. Could you please explain me a little bit more, did they temporary stop processing this category since Covid, thanks.
My sister is a us citizen and I am in us as a B1 B2 visa can I change my visa to green card and how many months does it take if yes ,and my visa will end in December should I go back to my country and wait for it
You will not be able to stay here long enough to wait for the green card to be available. Feel free to reach out to me for a consultation if you wish. office@doylelawatl.com
I am a US Citizen and my brother is a Canadian Citizen, We both are born in India. Is there a way that I can sponsor him and what are the requirements? How long is the process and is it possible to bring him thru EB2?
Yes, you could sponsor him if you have a legitimate employment opportunity. Unfortunately the waiting time for EB-2 is still quite long, more than 10 years! The USCIS goes by country of birth, not country of citizenship. Please take a look at the Visa Bulletin.
Hi Aud, I am a Filipino citizen and my husband is an Iraqi. Currently, we are in Canada and under work permit (I’m international student before) and will be expiring on Oct 2023. So before this, we should be PR but given the new system I doubted we will get the pr. So since my husband is an Iraqi national and you know what Iraq country is, our next option is to apply as refugee/asylum. Is this possible? What is your contact info to more discuss this please? Thanks
Question: I’m a U.S. citizen I want to file for my brother who is living in the U.S., my brother is from Belize he enter the U.S. legally with a visitor Visa but overstated his visa, he is currently working with an ITIN and file taxes last year. Will there be an issue that he’s working with an ITIN when I help file for him? Do I just file the I-130 or can I file consecutively with I-485
You cannot file the I-485 for your brother until his priority date is available, and he is not eligible to adjust status in the U.S. at this time because he has overstayed his visa and is working without permission. I would consult a lawyer bout getting a waiver for him, or also investigate whether he is qualified for 245(i).
My sister is filing a petition for me I’ve been in ISA since I was 12 years old but went back to Mexico at 18 and got married there then came back in 1985 illegally is there a way to get my green card my son was born in Mexico and has DACA
Hi, I'm currently in the US on a visitor visa. My sister is a US citizen. Can she file a visa sponsorship for me and can I stay in the US while waiting for the result of the petition?
You won't be able to stay here for 15 years on a visitor's visa. You will need to have another status, and no nonimmigrant status will normally allow a 15 year stay.
Hi,i am from nepal. my sister applied i-130 visa (2012 from california ). but our case was still received . is that any possible to get early visa ?Pls reply me
It will take too long for that F-1 student to remain in status. You can sponsor them, but they are going to have to find a way to maintain their status after the F-1 is completed, or they will need to return to their home country to wait.
Thank you so much. My father filed for my brother in 2009 for Usa immigration. We paid visa fee and all the documents are approved. Priority date is passed for f3 visa. How long will it take? N VC stated they will let us know in advance 30 days. We paid visa fee about two years ago. Also my father is retired and he is in india. I am sponsoring my brother along with my father. Does my father have to be here When my brother comes here in USA? Please advise. Thank you
it sounds like she may not be in a valid status that would permit her to adjust her status to lawful permanent resident. You may only be able to submit the I-130 petition, she may not be eligible to get a green card in the United States. If you would like to discuss the details of her case please contact us at 404-325-5858 or office@doylelawatl.com.
No you have to wait 15 years or more. There is no nonimmigrant status that would allow you to be here for that period of time. Therefore, you will need to wait for the approval outside of the U.S.
Hi Audra I have completed my masters in USA in 2016.later in 2018 I have moved back to India due to medical treatment. My sister is a US Citizen can she sponsor me a GreenCard if so what will be the wait period
Greetings... Kindly I need some advice about my I130 case, on March 02, 2022, it was approved, but now USCIS website says MY DOCUMENT WAS RETURNED TO USCIS, I asked the attorney who has submitted the petition in 2016, and said there is no problem and this will not affect your case. I request your kind advice. Best regards
@Keeping it a buck Thanks for your reply, Yes I got a message on USCIS inquiry website saying the Post Office returned your document to us. We will hold your document for 180 days or until October 30, 2022. Please go to www.uscis.gov/e-request to request that we resend the document to you. If you do not submit an online request by October 30, 2022, we will destroy your document and you will need to file a new Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, with fee. The attorney said the document that was returned is your USCIS notice of approval, they sent it to your mother's address but she moved to a new house, he said I received this document and you should not worry about it.
@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer ...Thanks for your kind reply ... even though it's too late... It was my notice of action after USCIS APPROVED my petition .. Thank you again and accept my kind regards
Hi my sister case on usa 2019 my I.130 prove and 797 notice come after 2yand 6month I am devoc I have one child 8y I am depend on my father month then my father and mother come to very soon usa but my case is not open I am alone in pak plz can possbal my viza get very soon because my case is very long wait I know that but I have some problem in alone pak can u advice plz maam I am worried u know must reply
Unfortunately it cannot be expedited. The visa bulletin says that cases filed on or before 2007 can now get immigrant visas. I am sorry to hear of your situation and hope that you find a different solution.
Can I sponsored my sister 32 years old fully disabled dependent on my father and mother she also a disabled certificate from government,, if yes how can ,,, if no ,, what is the easy way for her
I’m in the same boat My mother has passed away recently and I have a dependent sister and father in India I’m a citizen but after consulting couple of attorneys found that once you start GC petition for sibling they may not be eligible for visitor visa , currently my sister has visitor visa which allows her to come over and stay with me at least for few months once that expires in next 2 years if I were to re apply visitor visa if I have GC petition they will deny the visa So it’s long wait for GC without having option for them to visit in the meantime That is my understanding Did you make any progress on ur Case? Please let me know
Check out the visa bulletin. It will be several more years. travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal/visa-law0/visa-bulletin/2023/visa-bulletin-for-march-2023.html
Hi maam, my sister is a US Citizen i have a US Visa tourist visa..can my sister applied me for a green card by applyng I1-30 i have been in US for 3 times already..pls let me know how long will be waiting..
Yes you can. The problem is that your visitor's status will not last for 15 years. You will have to consular process and be out of the U.S. most of the time.
@Keeping it a buck It won't. She will still be a sibling of a U.S. citizen and in the F4 category. Turning 21 matters if the person being sponsored is a "child" for immigration purposes.
Question, my sister wants to sponsor me to petition and I have existing b1/b2 visa. While waiting for the petition. Can I still travel to US using my current tourist visa without any trouble?
I-130 (filled in 2019)is approved for my brother and we got the Welcome email from NVC with CEAC case and invoice ID number to submit the related documents, pays fee and DS-260. My embassy is Kathmandu, Nepal. I am wondering, are my brothers are expecting the interviews within one year?
Yes it is, but I believe only 50% of the cases or less will be approved. They deny many of these applications because applicants cannot demonstrate that they plan to return to their home country.
Wow. I can't condone breaking the law. By law you must have permission to and be inspected to enter the U.S. There are a lot of proposals to eliminate the F-4 category.
