Family-Based Immigration

What is Family-Based Immigration?

Family-based immigration allows U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (green card holders) to sponsor certain relatives to live permanently in the United States.

Who Can a U.S. Citizen Sponsor?

  • Spouses

  • Children

  • Parents, if the citizen is twenty-one (21) or older

  • Siblings, if the citizen is twenty-one (21) or older

Who Can Green Card Holders Petition For?

  • Spouses

  • Unmarried Children