If you are a U.S. citizen, you may be able to petition for certain family members, who are physically present in the US, to become a lawful permanent resident (get their Green Cards). Becoming a lawful permanent resident through Adjustment of Status requires a number of applications. We have simplified this process for you through our services. The Petitioner must file a petition Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, and your relative, the Beneficiary, must apply for adjustment of status (using Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status) or for an immigrant visa through the Department of State. There are also a number of other forms involved.
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As a U.S. citizen, you may file a petition for the following “immediate relatives”:
If your qualifying immediate relative currently resides in the United States and wants to apply for lawful permanent resident status, they may apply using Form I-485 at the same time or after you file Form I-130.
It depends on each case.
Applications made by a U.S. citizen can take many months.
To reduce this time it’s recommended that your application is complete and has all the required supporting documents. If any application is missing documents a request for evidence (RFE) may be issued causing delays.
Other errors may result in denial of your application.
How much does it cost to file for Adjustment of Status?