I-130 Petition Help in Columbus, Ohio

We assist families in preparing Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) with accurate document organization and guidance.

What Is Form I-130

Form I-130 is the Petition for Alien Relative, filed by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident to establish a qualifying family relationship with someone who wishes to immigrate to the United States. This is typically the first step in family-based immigration cases.

Who This Is For

Form I-130 can be filed by:

• U.S. citizens petitioning for:
  • Spouse
  • Unmarried children under 21 (immediate relatives)
  • Unmarried children 21 or older
  • Married children of any age
  • Brothers and sisters
  • Parents (if petitioner is 21 or older)
• Permanent residents petitioning for:
  • Spouse
  • Unmarried children under 21
  • Unmarried children 21 or older

What We Assist With

Our service includes help with:

• Form preparation – Accurate completion of Form I-130
• Document checklist – Required supporting documents
• Evidence organization – Proper organization of relationship evidence
• Review before filing – Final review to catch errors
• Guidance – Explanation of requirements and process

Required Documents

Common documents needed for I-130 petitions include:

• Proof of petitioner's U.S. citizenship or permanent residency
• Birth certificates for both petitioner and beneficiary
• Marriage certificate (if petitioning for spouse)
• Divorce decrees (if applicable)
• Passport photos
• Evidence of bona fide relationship (for spousal petitions)

Important Information

Processing Time

USCIS processing times vary by category and service center. Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens typically process faster than family preference categories. We can help you understand expected timelines for your specific case.

Related Services

We also provide related services that may be needed:

• Immigration Services – Complete immigration assistance
• I-130 Service Page – Detailed I-130 information
• Document Translation – Certified translation for foreign documents
• Notary Services – Document notarization
• I-485 Adjustment of Status Help – Next step after I-130 approval

Location: 3185 Morse Rd, Ste 15, Columbus, OH 43231
Phone: (615) 638-2490