Family Immigration + Family Based Petitions
What is a Family Based Petition?
A family-based petition allows for a US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident to sponsor certain family members to immigrate to the US.
Family of US Citizens and Your Legal Options
Reuniting with your family or loved ones may be possible if you’re a US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident.
If you are a US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident, then it may be possible to petition for certain family members to obtain legal status.
And if you have a family member who is a US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident, then it may be possible for them to sponsor you to legally immigrate to the United States.
Which Relative Can I Petition For Under Family Based Petitions?
U.S. citizens may petition for their immediate relatives. Family members that qualify as an Immediate Relative are:
Your spouse
Unmarried children (under the age of 21) of US Citizens
Parents of US Citizens (petitioner must be 21 years of age or older)
U.S. Citizens may also petition for other family members including adult children, and siblings. Lawful permanent residents may petition for their spouses and children under the age of 21 and unmarried adult children.
Family Based Petitions- Wait Times
At Waxler Law, we advise our clients that the immigration process can be long and arduous, and that a deep commitment to devoting the time and energy to this process is necessary.
The wait times for family-based petitions vary significantly based on the preference category that your family members fall under, and their country of origin.
Why hire an Immigration Lawyer for Your Family Based Petition?
If you are a U.S. citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident and have a family member you want to assist in immigrating to the United States, or you have a relative who is interested in assisting you with seeking residency in the United States, it is essential that you speak with an immigration attorney to determine what options are available to you.
The law is extremely complicated, and there are many different routes that may be available for you or your family to immigrate.
The details of your specific family-based petition are unique to you and your case.
In order to accurately determine if you and your family member qualify for residency through a family-based petition, it is essential to consult with an immigration attorney.
At Waxler Immigration Law, we take the time to listen to your story and the full details of your situation to assess your eligibility and advise you regarding the options available to you.
With over 20 years of experience, immigration lawyer Sherilyn Holcombe Waxler is ready to help you obtain residency or reunite with your loved ones through a family-based petition.
Contact us by filling out our form or call 503-281-0990.