This document provides information on various types of United States entrance visas. It begins with acronyms commonly used in immigration processes. It then describes visa types for immediate family members and relatives of US citizens or lawful permanent residents, including spousal visas and visas for children and parents. It also covers employer-sponsored employment visas including visas for professionals, managers, and those with extraordinary ability. The document provides details on eligibility requirements and application processes for different visa categories.
This document provides instructions for filling out Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative. A U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident can file this form to establish a family relationship with an alien relative who wants to immigrate to the U.S. The instructions specify who can file Form I-130, which documents are required to prove citizenship/residency status and family relationships, where to file based on location, and what to do if documents are unavailable.
The I-130 form allows lawful permanent residents to petition for certain family members to immigrate to the United States. It costs $420 to file and the checklist outlines the required documents depending on the relationship, such as a marriage certificate for a spouse. After filing, it will take a few weeks to get a notice of receipt and then an approval or denial. If approved, the petition is sent to the National Visa Center to continue the immigration process.
This document discusses marrying internationally and the immigration process with attorney James P. Hentz. There are three circumstances for a spousal petition: if the spouse is overseas, entered the US with a visa, or entered without documentation. The process involves filing a petition, getting a visa approved, and adjusting status once in the US. Criminal convictions can lead to denied petitions. Co-sponsors may be needed if the petitioner does not meet income requirements.
2014 Annual Workshop - What You Need to Know about Immigration in 2014 - held at Richland College, Dallas, Texas on August 9, 2014. This Citizenship and Immigration Workshop provides the latest information, rules and tips about immigration and citizenship for you, your family, friends, or colleagues. You will learn:
How to Help Family Members Legally Immigrate to the U.S.
Updates to Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) applicants
How to Qualify for Citizenship
Work visa options for F-1 College Students
Tips to Avoid Dangerous Mistakes with Your Immigration Applications
What's Happening Now with Immigration Reform and Legalization
Filing a Form I-130 petition for an alien relative is the first step in helping that relative become a lawful permanent resident of the United States. As a US citizen, you can petition for your spouse, unmarried children under 21, parents, and unmarried siblings over 21. Approval of the I-130 establishes the family relationship but the relative's place in line depends on when you filed. Wait times vary from immediately available for some immediate relatives to several years for others. The petition process and requirements are outlined on the USCIS website.
There are five main ways to immigrate to the United States: family-based immigration, employment-based immigration, investment-based immigration, asylum, and the diversity visa lottery. Family-based immigration allows U.S. citizens and permanent residents to sponsor close family members, while employment-based immigration has preference categories for professionals, skilled workers, and investors who create jobs. Asylum provides protection for individuals fleeing persecution, and the diversity visa lottery offers green cards to applicants from underrepresented countries through a randomized computer drawing.
This document provides instructions for filling out Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative. A U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident can file this form to establish a family relationship with an alien relative who wants to immigrate to the U.S. The instructions specify who can file Form I-130, which documents are required to prove citizenship/residency status and family relationships, where to file based on location, and what to do if documents are unavailable.
The I-130 form allows lawful permanent residents to petition for certain family members to immigrate to the United States. It costs $420 to file and the checklist outlines the required documents depending on the relationship, such as a marriage certificate for a spouse. After filing, it will take a few weeks to get a notice of receipt and then an approval or denial. If approved, the petition is sent to the National Visa Center to continue the immigration process.
This document discusses marrying internationally and the immigration process with attorney James P. Hentz. There are three circumstances for a spousal petition: if the spouse is overseas, entered the US with a visa, or entered without documentation. The process involves filing a petition, getting a visa approved, and adjusting status once in the US. Criminal convictions can lead to denied petitions. Co-sponsors may be needed if the petitioner does not meet income requirements.
2014 Annual Workshop - What You Need to Know about Immigration in 2014 - held at Richland College, Dallas, Texas on August 9, 2014. This Citizenship and Immigration Workshop provides the latest information, rules and tips about immigration and citizenship for you, your family, friends, or colleagues. You will learn:
How to Help Family Members Legally Immigrate to the U.S.
Updates to Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) applicants
How to Qualify for Citizenship
Work visa options for F-1 College Students
Tips to Avoid Dangerous Mistakes with Your Immigration Applications
What's Happening Now with Immigration Reform and Legalization
Filing a Form I-130 petition for an alien relative is the first step in helping that relative become a lawful permanent resident of the United States. As a US citizen, you can petition for your spouse, unmarried children under 21, parents, and unmarried siblings over 21. Approval of the I-130 establishes the family relationship but the relative's place in line depends on when you filed. Wait times vary from immediately available for some immediate relatives to several years for others. The petition process and requirements are outlined on the USCIS website.
There are five main ways to immigrate to the United States: family-based immigration, employment-based immigration, investment-based immigration, asylum, and the diversity visa lottery. Family-based immigration allows U.S. citizens and permanent residents to sponsor close family members, while employment-based immigration has preference categories for professionals, skilled workers, and investors who create jobs. Asylum provides protection for individuals fleeing persecution, and the diversity visa lottery offers green cards to applicants from underrepresented countries through a randomized computer drawing.
A U.S. citizen or Green Card holder can sponsor his or her close family members for Lawful Permanent Residence.
Immediate relatives are spouses of U.S. citizens, unmarried children of U.S. citizens and parents of U.S. citizens. There is no quota.
The document discusses various methods for obtaining lawful permanent residence in the United States through marriage to a U.S. citizen or green card holder. It outlines the immediate family and family preference immigration categories and several processes for obtaining a green card including the K-3 visa for marriage to a U.S. citizen abroad, the K-1 fiancé visa, filing an I-130 petition with consular processing abroad, and concurrently filing I-130 and adjustment of status applications within the United States. Key requirements and processing steps are provided for each method.
This document summarizes alternative methods for obtaining lawful permanent residence through marriage to a U.S. citizen, including the K-3 visa for married couples, K-1 visa for fiancés, consular processing with an I-130 petition, and adjustment of status by filing I-130 and I-485 together in the U.S. It provides an overview of the requirements, processes, and timelines for each method, with a focus on demonstrating the bona fides of the marital relationship and nuances of consular processing at the U.S. embassy in Bangkok. Contact information is provided for additional questions.
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This document provides instructions for applying for a U.S. passport. It outlines requirements for proof of U.S. citizenship and identity documents, fees, and how to submit the application. Special rules apply for minor children's applications, including both parents appearing or additional documentation if one parent cannot. Failure to provide all required information and fees can result in processing delays or denial of the application.
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This document provides instructions for applying for a U.S. passport. It outlines requirements for proof of U.S. citizenship and identity documents, fees, and how to submit the application. Special rules apply for minor children's applications, including requirements for both parents to appear or provide additional documentation if only one parent is present. Failure to provide all required information and documents could significantly delay or deny the application.
This document provides information about obtaining a green card through immediate relatives of US citizens. It outlines the eligibility categories for a green card through a US citizen spouse, unmarried child under 21, or parent over 21. It describes the requirements to apply for adjustment of status within the US, including being inspected and admitted to the US. It lists the forms and documents needed to apply for a green card as an immediate relative such as the I-485 application, I-130 petition approval notice, photos, identity documents, birth certificate, and passport.
Filipino World War II Veterans Parole Program (FWVP)tancincolaw
The Filipino World War II Veterans Parole (FWVP) Program, effective June 8, 2016, allows certain eligible U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) to request parole for their eligible family members.
If approved for parole, your eligible family members will be able to reunite with family members in the United States before their immigrant visas become available and apply for work authorization.
Here's a presentation that Atty. Lourdes Tancinco, of Tancinco Law Offices, prepared giving an overview of the FWVP Program. For inquiries, email law@tancinco.com or visit www.tancinco.com.
1) This document provides instructions for applying for a U.S. passport through the Department of State. It outlines requirements for proof of citizenship, identity, photographs, fees, and how/where to submit the application.
2) Special rules apply for passport applications for minor children under 16, including appearance by both parents and evidence of parental relationship/consent.
3) The instructions warn that making false statements on the application is punishable by law and that passport fees are non-refundable.
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This document contains supplemental questions for U.S. visa applicants from the Department of State. It requests additional personal information, including passport and travel history, relatives, addresses, contact information, social media accounts, employment history, and a signature agreeing to the terms. The information will be used to determine visa eligibility and may be shared with other government agencies for law enforcement purposes. Failure to provide complete information could delay or deny a visa application.
The document provides information about what is needed to apply for a nonimmigrant visa to the United States. It discusses proving that one does not intend to immigrate permanently by showing strong ties to the Philippines such as family, employment, or student status. It lists documents that can demonstrate ties as well as requirements for the visa application process, including paying the application fee, completing an online form, providing a valid passport, and submitting the required photo.
This document provides instructions for obtaining a passport for a minor under age 16. It outlines the process for obtaining consent from the non-applying parent or guardian, or documenting special circumstances if their consent cannot be obtained. The non-applying parent must provide a notarized written statement of consent. If consent is not provided, the applying parent must submit a statement describing the special circumstances preventing consent. False statements are punishable by law.
This document provides instructions for completing form DS-3053, which is used to provide consent from a non-applying parent for a minor's passport application. It outlines how to complete the form, including providing identification and having the signature witnessed and notarized. It also provides contact information for passport services and details about the purpose, routine uses, and authorities for collecting the information on the form.
The topic "What is an I-601 Waiver," will focus on waiving a 3/10 year bar or other grounds of inadmissibilty through the I-601 hardship waiver process. The immigration waiver, or hardship waiver, is a concept that each intending immigrant should understand prior to undertaking the immigration process. Anyone who has had immigration status issues should definitely listen to this webinar.
How to petition the immigrating spouse of us citizenNicole McGuire
To immigrate to the United States through family-based immigration as the spouse of a US citizen, the US citizen must file USCIS Form I-130 to sponsor their spouse for an immigrant visa. As the immediate relative of a US citizen, there is no annual limit on visas issued to spouses. Alternatively, if already in the US in another status, the foreign spouse can apply to adjust their status using Form I-485. When filing Form I-130, the US citizen must submit documents proving their citizenship and relationship, such as a passport and marriage certificate. They must also complete Form I-864 to demonstrate they can financially support their spouse.
Este documento describe los diferentes tipos de señales de tránsito, incluyendo señales preventivas (advertencias), informativas (direcciones), reglamentarias (reglas), y de piso (líneas en el pavimento). Explica los colores, símbolos y funciones de cada tipo de señal para guiar a los conductores de manera segura.
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A U.S. citizen or Green Card holder can sponsor his or her close family members for Lawful Permanent Residence.
Immediate relatives are spouses of U.S. citizens, unmarried children of U.S. citizens and parents of U.S. citizens. There is no quota.
The document discusses various methods for obtaining lawful permanent residence in the United States through marriage to a U.S. citizen or green card holder. It outlines the immediate family and family preference immigration categories and several processes for obtaining a green card including the K-3 visa for marriage to a U.S. citizen abroad, the K-1 fiancé visa, filing an I-130 petition with consular processing abroad, and concurrently filing I-130 and adjustment of status applications within the United States. Key requirements and processing steps are provided for each method.
This document summarizes alternative methods for obtaining lawful permanent residence through marriage to a U.S. citizen, including the K-3 visa for married couples, K-1 visa for fiancés, consular processing with an I-130 petition, and adjustment of status by filing I-130 and I-485 together in the U.S. It provides an overview of the requirements, processes, and timelines for each method, with a focus on demonstrating the bona fides of the marital relationship and nuances of consular processing at the U.S. embassy in Bangkok. Contact information is provided for additional questions.
The law office of jeffrey y. bennett, llcscottmcgowan
Jeffrey Y. Bennett Law provides personal service and professional consultation and representation for immigration, probate, family law, business law, traffic/DUI/DWI, and LGBT issues.
Para consultas en español
816-759-2777
This document provides instructions for applying for a U.S. passport. It outlines requirements for proof of U.S. citizenship and identity documents, fees, and how to submit the application. Special rules apply for minor children's applications, including both parents appearing or additional documentation if one parent cannot. Failure to provide all required information and fees can result in processing delays or denial of the application.
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Get a Passport Quickly You can request and pay for expedited service. If your trip is not within 2-3 weeks, but you need your passport sooner than the normal 6-8 weeks, you can request expedited service in getting a U.S. Passport (DS-11). If you’re traveling in 24-48 hours. Buy UK driving license online. https://www.besdocumentservice.com/get-valid-uk-driving-license-dvla-birmingham/
This document provides instructions for applying for a U.S. passport. It outlines requirements for proof of U.S. citizenship and identity documents, fees, and how to submit the application. Special rules apply for minor children's applications, including requirements for both parents to appear or provide additional documentation if only one parent is present. Failure to provide all required information and documents could significantly delay or deny the application.
This document provides information about obtaining a green card through immediate relatives of US citizens. It outlines the eligibility categories for a green card through a US citizen spouse, unmarried child under 21, or parent over 21. It describes the requirements to apply for adjustment of status within the US, including being inspected and admitted to the US. It lists the forms and documents needed to apply for a green card as an immediate relative such as the I-485 application, I-130 petition approval notice, photos, identity documents, birth certificate, and passport.
Filipino World War II Veterans Parole Program (FWVP)tancincolaw
The Filipino World War II Veterans Parole (FWVP) Program, effective June 8, 2016, allows certain eligible U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) to request parole for their eligible family members.
If approved for parole, your eligible family members will be able to reunite with family members in the United States before their immigrant visas become available and apply for work authorization.
Here's a presentation that Atty. Lourdes Tancinco, of Tancinco Law Offices, prepared giving an overview of the FWVP Program. For inquiries, email law@tancinco.com or visit www.tancinco.com.
1) This document provides instructions for applying for a U.S. passport through the Department of State. It outlines requirements for proof of citizenship, identity, photographs, fees, and how/where to submit the application.
2) Special rules apply for passport applications for minor children under 16, including appearance by both parents and evidence of parental relationship/consent.
3) The instructions warn that making false statements on the application is punishable by law and that passport fees are non-refundable.
Нова анкета для заявників на отримання візи СШАtsnua
This document contains supplemental questions for U.S. visa applicants from the Department of State. It requests additional personal information, including passport and travel history, relatives, addresses, contact information, social media accounts, employment history, and a signature agreeing to the terms. The information will be used to determine visa eligibility and may be shared with other government agencies for law enforcement purposes. Failure to provide complete information could delay or deny a visa application.
The document provides information about what is needed to apply for a nonimmigrant visa to the United States. It discusses proving that one does not intend to immigrate permanently by showing strong ties to the Philippines such as family, employment, or student status. It lists documents that can demonstrate ties as well as requirements for the visa application process, including paying the application fee, completing an online form, providing a valid passport, and submitting the required photo.
This document provides instructions for obtaining a passport for a minor under age 16. It outlines the process for obtaining consent from the non-applying parent or guardian, or documenting special circumstances if their consent cannot be obtained. The non-applying parent must provide a notarized written statement of consent. If consent is not provided, the applying parent must submit a statement describing the special circumstances preventing consent. False statements are punishable by law.
This document provides instructions for completing form DS-3053, which is used to provide consent from a non-applying parent for a minor's passport application. It outlines how to complete the form, including providing identification and having the signature witnessed and notarized. It also provides contact information for passport services and details about the purpose, routine uses, and authorities for collecting the information on the form.
The topic "What is an I-601 Waiver," will focus on waiving a 3/10 year bar or other grounds of inadmissibilty through the I-601 hardship waiver process. The immigration waiver, or hardship waiver, is a concept that each intending immigrant should understand prior to undertaking the immigration process. Anyone who has had immigration status issues should definitely listen to this webinar.
How to petition the immigrating spouse of us citizenNicole McGuire
To immigrate to the United States through family-based immigration as the spouse of a US citizen, the US citizen must file USCIS Form I-130 to sponsor their spouse for an immigrant visa. As the immediate relative of a US citizen, there is no annual limit on visas issued to spouses. Alternatively, if already in the US in another status, the foreign spouse can apply to adjust their status using Form I-485. When filing Form I-130, the US citizen must submit documents proving their citizenship and relationship, such as a passport and marriage certificate. They must also complete Form I-864 to demonstrate they can financially support their spouse.
Este documento describe los diferentes tipos de señales de tránsito, incluyendo señales preventivas (advertencias), informativas (direcciones), reglamentarias (reglas), y de piso (líneas en el pavimento). Explica los colores, símbolos y funciones de cada tipo de señal para guiar a los conductores de manera segura.
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Data-modeling Mindsets and the Digital HumanitiesRichard Urban
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One way of permanently immigrating to the U.S. is through sponsorship from one of your close relatives. This falls under the category of family-based immigration and it is one of the ways Congress has emphasized the importance of family unification in American Immigration Law. There are numerous important criteria that need to be met in order to successfully qualify a family relationship as eligible for family-based immigration and in order for an individual in that process to qualify as a relative's sponsor.
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This document provides information on how U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents can help family members immigrate legally to the United States. It discusses who can sponsor family, the categories of immediate relatives and family preference categories. It also outlines the process for applying for citizenship through naturalization and important considerations like inadmissibility, maintaining permanent residence status, and potential risks of naturalization. Key steps in the application process are explained along with exemptions and automatic citizenship.
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There are several ways that family-based immigration is possible in the United States, including visas for foreign fiancés or spouses of US citizens, as well as permanent resident visas for close family members. The Child Status Protection Act prevents children from aging out and losing eligibility for visas due to processing delays. US immigration law recognizes two categories for family-based visas - immediate relatives of US citizens and preference visas for more distant family relationships, both with US citizens and permanent residents. An immigration lawyer can help determine eligibility and navigate the process as efficiently as possible.
This document provides instructions for completing Form N-600K, which is used to apply for citizenship and a certificate of citizenship for a child under 18 who resides outside the United States. The form should be filed by a US citizen parent or legal guardian on behalf of a biological or adopted child who meets the eligibility requirements. The filing fee is $600, or $550 for adopted children. The instructions provide details on who can file, eligibility requirements, required documents, and payment methods.
This document provides information about potential pathways to legal status in the United States. It discusses family petitions, Violence Against Women Act petitions, and U Visas for victims of crimes. Requirements are outlined for each potential pathway, including the need to demonstrate a qualifying family relationship, evidence of abuse, cooperation with law enforcement, and other eligibility criteria. Benefits of these options like the ability to apply for work authorization and a path to citizenship are also summarized.
This document provides information about Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) status, an immigration classification that allows certain abused, abandoned, or neglected children to apply for lawful permanent residence or a "green card." To qualify for SIJ status, children must be unmarried and under 21 years of age, physically present in the U.S., and have a juvenile court order finding that reunification with one or both parents is not viable due to abuse or neglect, that the child is dependent on the court or in the custody of an agency or individual, and that it is not in the child's best interests to return to their country of origin. The document outlines roles that juvenile court judges, child welfare workers, and other professionals
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There are two primary ways to become a US citizen: by birth in the US or by naturalization. To naturalize, one must generally be a lawful permanent resident for 5 years, meet residency requirements, demonstrate good moral character, pass English and civics tests, and take the Oath of Allegiance. US citizens can then sponsor relatives like spouses, children, and parents to become lawful permanent residents. However, the process involves forms, visas, background checks, and overcoming potential issues like proving a marriage is valid.
This document provides instructions for applying for a U.S. passport. It outlines requirements for proof of U.S. citizenship and identity documentation needed for the application. Special requirements are listed for minor children, including both parents appearing and providing additional documentation if applying with only one parent. Contact information is provided for passport services.
This document provides instructions for applying for a U.S. passport. It outlines requirements for proof of U.S. citizenship and identification. It also details fees, acceptable forms of payment, and instructions on where and how to submit the application. Special requirements are outlined for minor children and those who previously held a passport. Contact information is provided for inquiries.
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Violence Against Women Act (1995) is a provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act, codified in Section 204(a).
Under VAWA, battered spouses or children may self-petition for lawful permanent residence under the Act, without the batterer’s knowledge
1) This document provides instructions for Form I-730, which allows refugees or asylees to petition for certain family members to receive accompanying or following-to-join benefits in the United States.
2) To be eligible to file Form I-730, the petitioner must have been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum in the United States within the past 2 years. The petition can be filed for a spouse and unmarried children under 21.
3) The family relationship between the petitioner and relative must have existed at the time the petitioner was admitted or granted asylum. Children conceived later are eligible if the relationship is to the principal refugee or asylee.
The document provides instructions for the 2019 Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (DV-2019). It outlines the eligibility requirements, application process, and selection procedures. To apply, individuals must submit an electronic entry form between October 3-November 7, 2017 providing personal information, photos, and details about education and work experience. In May 2018, selectees will be notified via an online status check and informed if they have been selected to apply for one of the 50,000 diversity visas available.
As an immigration attorney, Christopher Stender has argued numerous cases that resulted in published decisions by the Board of Immigration Appeals. Christopher Stender continues to work extensively with the board, which hears numerous petitions to classify relationship status for family members.
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1. United States Entrance Visas – Cheat Sheet
Acronyms
LPR – lawful permanent resident
USCIS – United States Citizenship and
Immigration Services
DHS – Department of Homeland
Security
DOS – Department of States
DOL – Department of Labor
CSPA - Child Status Protection Act
IR – Immediate Relative
CR – Conditional Resident
F(#) – Family (number) preference
E(#) – Employment (number)
preference
DV- Diversity visa
SIV – Special Immigrant Visa
Types of Visas
Immigration – Immediate Family & Family Sponsored
o IR-1 / CR-1: Spouse of an US citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR)
o IR-2 / CR-2: Unmarried child under 21 years of age
o IR-5: Parent of a U.S. Citizen who is a least 21 years old
o F1: Unmarried sons and daughters of US citizens, and their minor children
o F3: Married sons and daughters of US citizens, and their spouses and minor children
o F4: Brothers and sisters of U.S. citizens, and their spouses and minor children
o F2A / F2B: Unmarried child of a LPR / Unmarried son or daughter of a LPR
Immigration – Employer Sponsored Employment
o E1: Priority workers – extraordinary ability, outstanding professors and researchers, and
multinational managers and executives
o E2: Professionals holding advanced degrees and persons of exceptional ability
o E3 / EW3: Skilled workers, professionals, and unskilled workers (other workers)
o Treaty Trader and Investor Countries
Immigration – Other Immigrants
o DV: Diversity Immigrant Visa
o SB-1: Returning resident
2. United States Entrance Visas – Cheat Sheet
Informational note: Prior to filing our any legally binding forms that are required by the United States
government for the purposes of immigration please note that when a form ask a question regarding the
petitioning party they mean the individual filing the form in the US (usually the US citizen). When the
form request information regarding the beneficiary they need are asking about the individual who
wishes to immigrate to the US. For example, if the husband is an US citizen and he is filing for his wife to
immigrate to the US, then he is the petitioner and his wife is the beneficiary.
3. United States Entrance Visas – Cheat Sheet
Immediate Relative & Family Sponsored
Spouse of U.S. Citizen – IR1, CR1
A spouse of a United States Citizen is an individual that is legally married to the U.S. Citizen.
Common law marriages can be applicable depending on the laws from the country in which the
spouse is immigrating from. Individuals with multiple wives will not be allowed to apply for each
wife, only the FIRST wife will be considered a legal spouse.
IR1 – Immediate Relative: will receive permanent residency for 10 years, is renewable, and must
have been married for 2+ years prior to applying.
CR1 – Conditional Residency: will receive temporary 2 year residency, must apply for ten year
residency at 90 days prior to 2 year residency expiring, for marriages that are less than 2 years
old.
Documentation needed
o I-130 – both parties
o 1-864/I-864ez – petitioner
o 3 years of tax returns – petitioner
o Proof of current employment – petitioner
o 2 passport style photos – beneficiary
o Birth certificate – beneficiary
o Marriage certificate – beneficiary
o Bio data page of passport– beneficiary
Passports are needed for entrance into the US on a IR1/CR1 Visa
The immigration office may request proof of a legitimate bona fida marriage (i.e. wedding
photos, affidavits, transcripts of Skype calls, etc.).
Same sex marriages are now allowed the same privileges of married couples when filing
immigration forms.
For more information please see:
o Immigrant Visa for a Spouse of a U.S. Citizen (IR1 or CR1) -
https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/family/immediate-
relative.html#20
o IR1 and CR1 Immigrant Visas –
http://www.visajourney.com/wiki/index.php/IR1_and_CR1_Immigrant_Visas
4. Certain Family Members of US Citizens – IR2, CR2, IR5, F1, F3, F4
IR-2: Unmarried children under 21 years of Age
o As with any immigration case involving children, the Child Status Protection Act still
applies when filing for an IR-2. The CSPA states that as long as a child was under 21 at
the time of filing that child will keep their status as child even if they turn 21.
o A child under the age of 18 will automatically acquire US citizenship upon entry into the
US as long as they reside with their parents who have to be US Citizens.
o A child over the age of 18 will become a permanent resident and will receive a green
card upon entry into the US.
o The amount of visas designated to IR-2 visas is unlimited.
IR-5: Parent of a U.S. Citizen
o Petitioner must be 21 years old
o Petitioner must have a current income of 125% over the federal poverty line for house
size.
o Once an IR5 is issued the beneficiary (parent) will be able to work and travel once in the
U.S. In about a month or two of being in the U.S. the beneficiary will receive their 10
year green card.
o The amount of visas designated to IR-5 visas is unlimited
F1: Unmarried sons and daughters of U.S. citizens, and their minor children, if any.
o Considered a family preference beneficiary would be over 21 at the time of the visa
application. If a son or daughter is more than 21 years old they are considered
independent by the U.S. Congress.
o F1 visas are allocated a total of 23,400 visas a year, and any left over from the F4
category.
F3: Married sons and daughters of US citizens, and their spouses and minor children
o At some point in their lives, the son or daughter must have met the definition of “child”
for immigration law purposes.
o The spouse of the son or daughter must also meet the regulations for spouse as set in
the section prior.
o Only 23,400 F3 visas are given out per year, and any visas not used from the F1 and F2
categories.
5. F4: Brothers and sisters of United States citizens, and their spouses and children
o The petitioner must be at least 21 years of age.
o LPRs cannot apply for their siblings.
o Both the petitioner and the beneficiary must have both met the definition of “child”
under the same parent, in order to qualify for a F4 visa.
o There will be an interview in order to establish a legitimate relationship between
siblings. Documented proof will also be requested as a secondary means of evidence
into the sibling relationship.
For F4 visas the petitioner and beneficiary will be required to provide
documents that include the parent(s) name on them to be considered related.
o The quota for F4 visas is 65,000 a year, with no additional visas being given to this
category.
For more information please refer to:
o Family-Based Immigrant Visas -
https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/family/family-preference.html#21
o Proof of Relationship for Immigrant Visa Interview –
http://www.immihelp.com/immigrant-visa/proof-of-relationship.html
o Preference Categories - Limited Categories -
http://www.immihelp.com/greencard/familybasedimmigration/preference-
categories.html
Certain Family Members of Lawful Permanent Residents – F2A. F2B
F2A – Spouses and unmarried minor (under 21) children
o Spouses of LPRs follow the same guidelines as US citizens, for more information please
refer to the IR1 / CR1 section of this cheat sheet.
If the petitioner in question was married to the beneficiary prior to becoming a
permanent resident, then the process for bringing over said beneficiary may be
expedited. Please seek attorney assistance on this matter.
o Adoptive children can be considered eligible for a green card at the same time as their
parents if the child has resided with their adoptive parents for more than 2 years. Two
years is the minimum for an adoptive child to be considered the same as a biological
child. If the adoptive child has lived with the family less than 2 years this category of visa
applies to them.
6. F2B – Unmarried Sons and Daughters (21 years of age or older)
o An important note to mention when applying for a visa for an unmarried daughter or
son of an LPR is that if they do get married within the application process the application
will be revoked.
o There is currently no category for a married son or daughter of a LPR.
There are 114,200 F2 visas rewarded every year, about 77% are F2A Visas.
Guidelines for these visas follow the same protocol as those for US Citizens, they are just titled
different. It is, however, important to note that if a LPR receives citizenship they need to alert
USCIS of this status change.
With children are the beneficiary of a visa, they will remain “children” until they are 21, then
their status will change to unmarried daughter or son. If an application is filed prior to the child
turning 21 according to the Child Status Protection Act, the will be considered a child until the
application is approved or denied.
For more information please reference:
o Unmarried child of a LPR / Unmarried son or daughter of a LPR -
https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/family/family-preference.html
o Preference Categories – Limited Categories –
http://www.immihelp.com/greencard/familybasedimmigration/preference-
categories.html
7. United States Entrance Visas – Cheat Sheet
Employer Sponsored Employment
Employee First Preference: Priority workers – E1
A first preference employment visa is rewarded to beneficiaries of the I-140, Immigrant Petition
for Foreign Worker, Form. In this case the petitioner of the I-140 will be the employer, meaning
that it is the responsibility of the employer to pay the filing fees that are required during this
process (roughly 580 USD).
o In certain cases the beneficiary can also petition for their own E1 visa. Situations where
an individual wishes to pursue their career in the United States are allowed to petition
for their own E1 if they have “extensive” proof that they are recognized, either
nationally or international, for their “extraordinary” talents.
There are three sub-categories of priority workers: persons with extraordinary ability,
outstanding professors and researchers, and multinational manager or executives.
Persons with extraordinary ability
o Career fields include the sciences, arts, educational work, business, or athletics.
o An individual with extraordinary abilities can file for their own I-140 as long as they
continue their work in their field of expertise once in the United States.
o Again, individuals with extraordinary talents also need to have extensive documentation
of said talent and recognition on a national or international level.
Outstanding professors and researchers
o Must have a minimum of three years teaching or researching experience and MUST be
recognized internationally.
o In this case, the employer is required to file the I-140, therefor the individual coming to
the US is required to have a job offer lined up prior to the visa being approved.
The career offer is required to be one of potential tenure status, granted tenure
status, or comparable researcher status at a higher level educational institute.
Multinational managers or executives
o Individuals obtaining an E1 Visa by status of manager or executive will need to have a
job offer prior to being approved for the Visa. The company offering the individual a
career will need to file and pay for the I-140.
o In order to receive an E1 visa with a job offer, the beneficiary would have to have
worked at the petitioning company, in an executive or managerial position, for at least
one year within the three years leading up to the petition filing date.
8. o The offer must be for a managerial or executive position within the company.
The E1 Visa is good for either a two year period, with unlimited two or five year extensions as
long as the applicant meets the E1 requirements.
Travelling freely around the United States and to other countries is permitted on an E1 Visa.
The E1 Visa is a derivative visa, meaning that the spouse and children of the applicant may also
travel to the United States. The children are allowed to attend school without a student visa and
the spouse may work with an approved employment authorization (form I-765). The definition
of spouse and children must meet the standards set by the USCIS.
The current processing time of an E1 Visa is roughly two to four weeks (2-4 plus weeks).
Informational Note: The E1 Visa is often referred to as the Treaty Trade Visa, according to some
sources this Visa is only awarded to individuals relocating from countries that the US currently
maintains a treaty of “friendship, commerce and navigation or similar arrangement.”
For more information please visit:
o Employment-Based Immigrant Visa -
https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/employment.html
o E1 Visa for Treaty Traders -
https://www.migrationexpert.com/business_visa/treaty_trader_visa_e1/
o E-1 Visa – Frequently Asked Questions – http://faq.visapro.com/e1-visa-faq6.asp
9. Employment Second Preference: Professionals Holding Advanced Degrees and Persons of Exceptional
Ability – E2
The employee second preference visa is meant for investors and employees of businesses that
will invest a “substantial amount of capital” to US businesses.
o According to the USCIS website a substantial amount of capital is:
Substantial in relationship to the total cost of either purchasing an established
enterprise or establishing a new one
Sufficient to ensure financial success in the United States
The lower the cost of the enterprise, the higher, proportionately, the
investment must be to be considered substantial
In order for the investor to qualify for the E2 Category Visa:
o Be a national of one of the below listed treaty countries
o Have invested a substantial amount of capital in a bona fida enterprise in the United
States
Bona fida enterprise is a legitimate business that produces services or goods for
profit. Must meet all legal requirements associated within the businesses
jurisdiction.
o Be in United States solely for the purpose of investing in business. “This is established by
showing at least 50% ownership of the enterprise or possession of operational control
through a managerial position or other corporate device.”
In order for an employee to qualify for the E2 Category Visa:
o Be the same nationality as the employer (see below list)
o Meet the definition of employee under U.S. law
Employee – a person who is hired for a wage, salary, fee or payment to perform
work for an employee
o The employee will either need to be of management/ executive status or have special
qualifications that justify the need to be in the United States to perform the duties
needed. As in the United States “management/ executive” entails any duties that
oversee operations of the organization. Requirements for “special qualifications”
include:
The degree of proven expertise in the employee’s area of operations
Whether others possess the employee’s specific skills
The salary that the special qualifications can command
Whether the skills/qualifications are readily available in the U.S.
o A job offer is required and the U.S. employer must file an Immigrant Petition for Alien
Worker, Form I-140, on behalf of the applicant
In all cases the investors must generate more than enough income to provide a minimal living
for the investor, employees, and their families.
Overall, the period of stay for an E2 recipient is two years, but extensions are available.
An Investor may only work for the activity used to receive entrance into the United States. The
employee, however, may also work for the parent company of the investor if the relationship
10. between the investor and the parent company is established, the employment at the parent
company is executive, supervisory, or essential, the employment terms and conditions have not
changed.
If the individual applying the visa is already in the United States then an I-129 form may be filed
for the investing party.
If the individual is outside of the country and wishes to apply for an E2 status visa, then the
DS-160 and DS-156E forms must be filed.
The E2 Visa is a derivative visa, meaning that the spouse and children of the applicant may also
travel to the United States. The children are allowed to attend school without a student visa and
the spouse may work with an approved employment authorization (form I-765). The definition
of spouse and children must meet the standards set by the USCIS.
The E2 visa receives 28.6 percent of the yearly worldwide limit of employment-based immigrant
visas, plus any unused visas from the Employment First Preference categories.
For more information please visit:
o E-2 Treaty Investors: https://www.uscis.gov/working-united-states/temporary-
workers/e-2-treaty-investors
o Treaty Trader & Investor Visa:
https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/employment/treaty.html
o E-2 Treaty Investor Visa – A Great Visa Option For Those Who Wish To Start A Small
Business In The United States – Top E-2 Visa Questions & Answers:
http://legalservicesincorporated.com/e-2-treaty-investor-visa-a-great-visa-option-for-
those-who-wish-to-start-a-small-business-in-the-united-states-top-e-2-visa-questions-
answers/
o Employment-Based Immigrant Visa:
https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/employment.html
Employment Third Preference: Skilled Workers, Professionals, and Unskilled Workers – E3
As with all Employee Preference Visas, the E3 Category requires for the applicant to have an
approved Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker, Form I-140.
The employee third preference is a combination of three different types of employees: the
skilled worker, professionals, and unskilled or other workers.
o Skilled workers – individuals who classify as skilled workers are required to have a
minimum of 2 years training or work experience that is not seasonal or temporary.
o Professionals – individuals who classify as professionals will have a BA degree from
United States University/College or a foreign equivalent to a BA degree.
o Unskilled workers (Other workers) – these workers are not essentially workers that do
not have a degree nor two years of experience but qualify for the E3 anyways. As will all
employee visas, if the work needed can be provided by an US citizen then the e3 visa
will not be issued.
11. According to research found, this Visa only applies to citizens of Australia.
Criteria for the E3 Visa (provided by USCIS) is as followed:
o The immigrating individual must prove that they are a citizen of Australia
o A job offer must be present prior to applying to immigrate
o The individual must poses the required academic achievements mentioned above
o The position offered must be classified as “specialty occupation”
Documentation that is required, other than that required for basic immigration purposes,
include:
o A Labor Condition Application (LCA) – “individuals should use the standard ETA-9035
and ask for it to be notated as an E-3 LCA.”
o Academic and other credentials required for the position.
o The job offer letter and any other forms from the intended employer proving
employment upon arrival in the United States.
o Any certification or license needed to practice the special occupation in which is claimed
the immigrating individual can perform.
The stay period for an E3 is two years and extensions are available.
The E3 Visa is a derivative visa, meaning that the spouse and children of the applicant may also
travel to the United States. The children are allowed to attend school without a student visa and
the spouse may work with an approved employment authorization (form I-765). The definition
of spouse and children must meet the standards set by the USCIS.
The E3 visa receives 28.6 percent of the yearly worldwide limit of employment-based immigrant
visas, plus any unused visas from the Employment First Preference and Second Preference
categories.
For more information please visit:
o Employment-Based Immigrant Visa:
https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/employment.html
o E-3 Certain Specialty Occupation Professionals from Australia:
https://www.uscis.gov/working-united-states/temporary-workers/e-3-certain-specialty-
occupation-professionals-australia
12. United States Entrance Visas – Cheat Sheet
Treaty Trader and Investor Countries:
E1 - Employee First Preference: Priority workers
Argentina
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Bolivia
Bosnia and
Herzegovina
Brunei
Canada
Chile
China (Taiwan)
Columbia
Costa Rica
Croatia
Denmark
Estonia
Ethiopia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Honduras
Iran
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Japan
Jordan
Kosovo
Latvia
Liberia
Luxembourg
Macedonia
Mexico
Montenegro
Netherlands
Norway
Oman
Pakistan
Paraguay
Philippines
Poland
Serbia
Singapore
Slovenia
South Korea
Spain
Suriname
Sweden
Switzerland
Thailand
Togo
Turkey
United Kingdom
Yugoslavia
13. E2 - Employment Second Preference: Professionals Holding Advanced Degrees and Persons of
Exceptional Ability
Albania
Argentina
Armenia
Australia
Austria
Azerbaijan
Bahrain
Bangladesh
Belgium
Bolivia
Bosnia and
Herzegovina
Brunei
Bulgaria
Cameroon
Canada
Chile
China (Taiwan)
Columbia
Congo (Brazzaville)
Congo (Kinshasa)
Costa Rica
Croatia
Czech Republic
Denmark
Ecuador
Egypt
Estonia
Ethiopia
Finland
France
Georgia
Germany
Greece
Grenada
Honduras
Iran
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Jamaica
Japan
Jordan
Kazakhstan
Kosovo
Kyrgyzstan
Latvia
Liberia
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macedonia
Mexico
Moldova
Mongolia
Montenegro
Morocco
Netherlands
Norway
Oman
Pakistan
Panama
Paraguay
Philippines
Poland
Romania
Serbia
Senegal
Singapore
Slovak Republic
Slovenia
South Korea
Spain
Sri Lanka
Suriname
Sweden
Switzerland
Thailand
Togo
Trinidad & Tobago
Tunisia
Turkey
Ukraine
United Kingdom
Yugoslavia
The above list was provided by the State Department and can be located here:
https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/fees/treaty.html
14. United States Entrance Visas – Cheat Sheet
Other Immigrants
Diversity Immigrant Visa – DV
The Department of State’s Diversity Visa Program is a congressionally mandate program
designed to allow more immigrants from regions that have had a historically low rate of
immigration. This class of immigrates is referred to as “diversity immigrants.”
o In Fiscal Year 2017 there will be roughly 50,000 diversity visas awarded.
DVs are only awarded to sic geographical regions in the world, and no single country may
receive more than 7%, or 3500, of the 50,000 awarded visas.
The following countries will not eligible to receive any visas due to a large intake of immigrants
from these countries within the past five years:
o Bangladesh
o Brazil
o Canada
o China
(mainland born)
o Colombia
o Dominican
Republic
o Ecuador
o El Salvador
o Haiti
o India
o Jamaica
o Mexico
o Nigeria
o Pakistan
o Peru
o Philippines
o South Korea
o United Kingdom
and territories
(not including
Northern Ireland)
o Vietnam
Although the eligibility requirements are simply, it is important to note that eligibility
requirements are extremely strict:
o The applicant must be a national of a country that has been approved by the State
Department.
The list of countries eligible for the DV Program can be found on Pages 16-18 on
the official State Department Instructional handout. Please follow the below link
for said handout (warning: the below link will open a PDF File).
https://travel.state.gov/content/dam/visas/Diversity-Visa/DV-Instructions-
Translations/DV-2017-Instructions-Translations/DV-
2017%20Instructions%20and%20FAQs.pdf
15. o The applicant must either:
A high school degree at least, a foreign equivalent will also suffice.
Two years’ work experience within the past five years. Prior to working two full
years, the applicant must have at least went through two years of training for
their field.
There are two exceptions one can claim if they are a national of an illegible country:
o If said individual’s spouse is from an eligible country the individual may claim that
country as their own only if both spouses enter the United States through the DV
Program simultaneously,
o If one of the said individual’s parents is a native of an eligible country, and this parent
was not a resident or native of the country in which the applicant was born, the
applicant may claim the parent’s country of origin.
It should be noted that there is not age restriction to apply for the DV Program.
A Diversity Visa is only good for one Fiscal Year: October 1, 20XX – September 30, 20XY
For more information please visit:
o Instructions for the 2017 Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (DV-2017):
https://travel.state.gov/content/dam/visas/Diversity-Visa/DV-Instructions-
Translations/DV-2017-Instructions-Translations/DV-
2017%20Instructions%20and%20FAQs.pdf
o The Diversity Visa Process:
https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/diversity-visa/if-you-are-
selected/confirm-your-qualifications.html
16. Returning Resident Visa – SB-1
The SB-1 visa is for individuals who hold Lawful Permanent Resident status and wish to return to
the United States AFTER they have been out of country for longer than the green card allotted
time of 1 year or after the Re-entry Permit allotted time of 2 years.
o If their application is accepted, said applicant will not be required to file an immigrant
visa petition with DHS and USCIS. The same eligibility for immigrant visas still apply and
the interview process will still need to partake. The individual will, however, be
responsible for both visa processing fees and medical fees.
o You cannot apply for a SB-1 Visa prior to the one year green card and 2 year Re-entry
time periods being over.
In order to be eligible for the SB visa the individual must:
o Had the status of lawful permanent resident when they left the country,
o Had the intention of returning to the United States and still have this intention,
o Left the country for temporary aboard visit that was extended for reasons outside of the
individual’s control. Examples include:
The applicant’s Illness or pregnancy,
Passport and other travel documents being held,
Permission is not granted to leave the country in which the applicant is in.
Important note: applicants who do not have a valid reason for not returning to the United States
in the allotted time frames will not be considered for the Resident Re-entry Visa. Simply because
a resident want to take a long visit abroad is not sufficient in returning with a SB-1 visa.
The required documentation includes the Application to Determine Returning Status
(Form DS-117), the applicant’s Permanent Resident Card (Form I-551), and, if available, the
individual’s Re-entry Permit.
According to the Department of State’s website, supporting documentation is also required in
the form of:
o “Dates of travel outside of the United States (Examples: airline tickets, passport stamps,
etc.)
o Proof of your ties to the United States and your intention to return (Examples: tax
returns, and evidence of economic, family, and social ties to the United States)
o Proof that your protracted stay outside of the United States was for reasons beyond
your control (Examples: medical incapacitation, employment with a U.S. company, etc.)”
In addition to the requirements outlined above, the interview process for the SB-1 visa will also
require:
o Form DS-260, Immigrant Visa and Alien Registration Application, to be filed,
o An original passport
o Two photographs
o A list of requested “civil documents.”
17. Important note: if one wishes to return to the United States after the 1 year green card period, 2
year re-entry period, and their SB-1 application has failed, they can apply for a non-immigrant
visa but will have to abandon their Legal Permanent Resident Status. This requires the filing of
the I-407 form, Abandonment of Lawful Permanent Resident Status, and the surrender of the
I-551, Permanent Resident Card.
For more information please visit
o Returning Resident Visas:
https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/returning-residents.html
o Returning Resident Visa:
http://www.immihelp.com/greencard/returning-resident-visa.html