Immigration Law Firm

Which Relatives can immigrate to the United States?

Relatives of U.S. citizens, Green Card Holders, Refugees/Asylees may qualify for U.S. permanent residence.

Family members of U.S. citizens

U.S. citizens may petition for permanent residence the following family members:

spouses, children of any age, parents and siblings. Adoptive and step-family members are also recognized in this process, with some restrictions. Widows or widowers of U.S. citizens may also be eligible for permanent residence, depending on the circumstances.

U.S. citizens may also petition for permanent residence for a fiancé residing outside the United States, as well as children of a fiancé under age of 21. Certain and specific requirements are needed.

Family members of Green Card Holders (Lawful Permanent Residents)

Green Card holders may petition for permanent residence the following family members:

spouses, unmarried children of any age.

Family members of Refugees/Asylees in the United States

Those who entered the U.S. as refugees or were granted asylum withing the last two years may petition for derivative refugee/asylee status for their spouses and unmarried children who were under the age of 21 when the refugee/asylee first applied for that status. Other eligibility criteria must be met.