Immigration for Family Members of Permanent Residents
If you want to live in the United States permanently, you can apply for a green card. Green card holders are permanent residents of the United States, which affords them the ability to hold any job and be protected by local, state, and national laws. Sometimes, though, a permanent resident may wish to bring his or her family to the U.S. as well.
Green card holders are allowed to help certain family members immigrate legally to the U.S. However, this process can be confusing. If you are a permanent resident and need legal assistance to bring your family members to the United States, contact an experienced Orange County immigration lawyer from the respected firm of Garg & Associates, P.C., at 949-540-6704.
Who Qualifies as a Family Member?
According to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, or USCIS, there are only certain family members for whom permanent citizens can petition for immigration. These include:
- Unmarried children under 18
- Spouses
- Unmarried adult children
Unfortunately, only U.S. citizens can apply to bring their brothers, sisters, and married children to the United States.
The Application Process
If you are a permanent resident that wants to get a green card for a family member, it is important that you follow the correct application process. Significant elements of this process include:
- File form I-130, or Petition for Alien Relative
- Submit proof of your green card
- Provide documentation to prove your relationship to the person
- Submit a name change request, if desired
Completing the necessary forms and adhering to the requirements of this process can be a challenge for those who are unfamiliar with it. It is therefore highly advisable to consult with a skilled and experienced immigration lawyer about your rights and options.
Contact Us
At Garg & Associates, P.C., we know how important it is for you to be able to bring your loved ones to the U.S. If you need help in achieving this goal, contact a qualified Orange County immigration attorney from Garg & Associates, P.C., at 949-540-6704 today.
