Family-Based Immigration
Reunite with your loved ones through family sponsorship
Family-based immigration is the most common path to a green card. U.S. citizens and permanent residents can petition for qualifying family members to immigrate to the United States.
Family Immigration Forms We Help With
Each form serves a specific purpose in the family immigration process. Click on any form to learn more details.
Petition for Alien Relative
The foundation of family-based immigration. U.S. citizens and permanent residents use this form to petition for qualifying family members.
Who Can File
- U.S. citizens petitioning for spouse, parents, children, or siblings
- Permanent residents petitioning for spouse or unmarried children
Required Documents
- Proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residence
- Proof of relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate)
- Passport-style photos
- Evidence of bona fide relationship (for spouses)
Application to Register Permanent Residence (Adjustment of Status)
Apply for a green card while in the United States. Often filed concurrently with I-130 for immediate relatives of U.S. citizens.
Who Can File
- Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens already in the U.S.
- Family preference immigrants when visa is available
- Certain special immigrants and refugees
Required Documents
- Approved or pending I-130 petition
- Birth certificate with translation
- Passport and I-94 record
- Medical examination (Form I-693)
- +2 more documents
Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA
Required financial sponsor form proving the immigrant will not become a public charge. The sponsor agrees to support the immigrant financially.
Who Can File
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident petitioner
- Joint sponsors if petitioner income is insufficient
- Household members contributing income
Required Documents
- Federal tax returns (3 years)
- W-2s and pay stubs
- Employment verification letter
- Proof of assets if using assets
- +1 more documents
Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence
For conditional residents (2-year green card) obtained through marriage. Must be filed within the 90-day window before the green card expires.
Who Can File
- Conditional residents married less than 2 years when green card was granted
- Joint filing with spouse (preferred)
- Waiver filing if divorced, abused, or extreme hardship
Required Documents
- Copy of green card (front and back)
- Evidence of bona fide marriage
- Joint financial documents
- Joint lease or mortgage
- +2 more documents
Petition for Alien Fiance(e)
For U.S. citizens to bring their fiance(e) to the United States for marriage. Must marry within 90 days of entry.
Who Can File
- U.S. citizens only (not permanent residents)
- Both parties must be legally free to marry
- Must have met in person within 2 years
Required Documents
- Proof of U.S. citizenship
- Proof of meeting in person
- Evidence of genuine relationship
- Divorce decrees or death certificates (if previously married)
- +1 more documents
Supplemental Information for Spouse Beneficiary
Additional form required when filing I-130 for a spouse. Collects information about the spouse beneficiary.
Who Can File
- Filed by the spouse beneficiary
- Required for all spouse-based I-130 petitions
Required Documents
- Spouse passport information
- Immigration history
- Contact information
Important Disclosure
Asal Multi Services is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice, legal representation, or interpretation of immigration law. Our services are limited to administrative assistance, document preparation, and guidance based on publicly available USCIS instructions. For legal advice, consult a licensed immigration attorney.
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