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Family Based Preference Category

Family Based Preference Category

Who is eligible?

Unmarried son/daughter (aged 21 or over) of a U.S. citizen; married son/daughter of a U.S citizen; brother/sister of a U.S. citizen; spouse and unmarried son or daughter of a Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR).


How do I apply?

The first step in applying for an immigrant visa is for the U.S. citizen or LPR to file a immigrant visa petition, Form I-130, with the office of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). U.S. citizens and LPRs resident in the United Kingdom should may file the petition, Form I-130, with the Department of Homeland Security (Immigration) in London; those resident in the United States should contact their local USCIS office for further information.









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