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Green Card for Parents

The Green Card for Parents is a family-based immigration status for American citizen children that entitles their parents to live and work legally in the United States. The Green Card for Parents allows parents to build a long-term life and receive benefits.

What is a Green Card for Parents?

The Green Card for Parents is an immigration visa that US citizen children can apply for on behalf of their parents if they have reached the age of 21. The Green Card visa for parents allows parents to reside, work and enjoy social benefits in the United States legally.

Advantages

  • Legal Residency: Provides permanent residence and work permit in the United States.
  • Social and Educational Rights:The Green Card entitles you to benefits such as social security and education in the United States.
  • Naturalization: Citizenship can be applied for after a certain period of time after receiving a Green Card.

Green Card Application Requirements for Parents

Conditions of the Sponsoring Child
  • US Citizenship: The sponsored child must be a US citizen.
  • Age Limit: The sponsored child must be over 21 years of age.
Parents’ Requirements
  • Legally Acquired Parentage: Biological, adopted, or stepparents are eligible to apply.
  • Legal Entry: Legal entry into the United States is required.
  • Criminal Record: Convictions, such as felony convictions may affect the application

Green Card Application Process and Required Documents

There are certain steps to follow and documents to prepare for those who want to apply for a Green Card through family.

Application Process Steps

  • Completing the Form I-130 Petition
    • The U.S. citizen or Green Card holder family member must complete Form I-130 for the foreign relative and submit it to USCIS.
  • Approval and Visa Waiting Process
    • Once the Form I-130 is approved, the application process continues when the visa number is available.
  • Immigrant Visa Application or Adjustment of Status
    • If the applicant is outside the U.S., he or she applies for an immigrant visa through consular processing.
    • If inside the US, the applicant applies for adjustment of status with Form I-485.
  • Medical Examination and Interview
    • The applicant undergoes a medical examination by an authorized physician.
    • Attends an interview at the consulate or USCIS office.
  • Obtaining the Green Card
    • Once the application is approved, the person becomes a permanent resident of the United States and receives a Green Card.
 

Required Documents

  • Birth certificates
  • Marriage certificates (if applying through spouse)
  • Passport photocopies
  • Statement of financial support (Form I-864)
  • Criminal records (where necessary)

Applying for a Green Card for parents can be done in two different ways

Application from Outside the United States (Consular Processing)

Steps

  • I-130 Form: The sponsored child submits the I-130 form to USCIS on behalf of the parent.
  • DS-260 Form and Medical Examination: After the I-130 is approved, the DS-260 form is filled out and a medical examination report is obtained from a consular-approved doctor.
  • Interview: In the consular interview, the authenticity of the parent-child relationship is evaluated.
  • Green Card Delivery: If the application is approved, the parent enters the United States and receives their Green Card.

Adjustment of Status within the United States

Steps:

  • Forms I-130 and I-864 Thesponsored child submits form I-130 to USCIS and form I-864, which includes a commitment of financial support.
  • I-485 Form Theparent fills out the I-485 form for a change of resident status in the United States.
  • Biometric AppointmentFingerprints and biometric information are taken.
  • Interview (if necessary)USCIS may conduct an interview to examine the veracity of the parent-child relationship.
  • Green Card DeliveryAfter approval, the Green Card is delivered by mail.

Frequently Asked Questions

Marsan Akguc Law Firm offers professional support throughout the process of Green Card applications for parents. Contact us for more information.

The duration usually varies between 6-12 months, depending on the type of application and the intensity of processing.

Yes, only US citizens can apply for a Green Card for their parents.

Application is made through consular procedures.

The sponsored child must be at least 21 years old.

Green Card holders can usually apply for citizenship after 5 years.)

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