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Family-Based Immigration
Securing the status of those who mean the most to you.
At Immigration Law Group LLP (ILG), we understand that immigration is not only about business, it is also about family. Many of our corporate clients turn to us for help with family-based immigration and citizenship matters, and we are proud to extend the same level of care and expertise.
We focus on immigrant and nationality matters including family-based green cards, where we help secure permanent residency for spouses, children, parents, and other relatives of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents. We also guide clients through naturalization, including N400 applications, to help them obtain U.S. citizenship. In addition, we provide support with adjustment of status, ensuring family members can transition smoothly to permanent residency while remaining in the United States.
ILG takes pride in uniting families and helping clients establish security and belonging in their new country. If you or your family members need immigration support, contact ILG today to speak with an experienced attorney about your options.
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FAQ
I am a U.S. Citizen. How can I sponsor my family members?
U.S. citizens may sponsor their spouse, unmarried children under age 21 or their parents (if the U.S. citizen is over 21) for permanent residency. Generally, the U.S. citizen may file Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, Form I-485 and Form I-864 Affidavit of Support on their behalf. Concurrent filing of the I-130 and I-485 or consular processing are options for immediate family members.
For other family members, such as unmarried adult children, married children, and brothers and sisters, U.S. citizens must file a Form I-130 and wait for a visa to become available based on the relevant preference category, which can be found in the Visa Bulletin, before filing form I-485 or consular processing.
Additional forms of sponsorship include the K visa for fiancés or spouses for temporary stay.
I am a legal permanent resident. How can I sponsor my family members?
Legal permanent residents may request permanent residency for spouses, unmarried children under 21 and unmarried adult children. After filing form I-130, they may apply for adjustment of status based on availability within the appropriate visa category. If the family member is outside of the U.S., he or she must apply through consular processing rather than adjustment of status.
Does USCIS recognize same-sex marriages?
Yes. Your eligibility to petition for your spouse, and your spouse’s admissibility as an immigrant at the immigrant visa application or adjustment of status stage, will be determined according to applicable immigration law and will not be denied as a result of the same-sex nature of your marriage.
Can my family members obtain work authorization?
Your family member may work if they are in the U.S. in a nonimmigrant status that permits employment. Additionally, individuals with a pending I-485 application may apply for work authorization while their adjustment is pending.