Family Petitions & Fiancé Visas
Los Angeles Family Petitions & Fiancé Visas Attorneys
Under U.S. immigration law, U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents may file family petitions to sponsor their relatives for immigrant visas, known as green cards. The closer the family relationship is between the two parties, the less restrictive it is to obtain immigrant status. Fiancé (e) visas are also available for foreign citizens who wish to enter the U.S. to marry a U.S. citizen. A petition must also be filed for this purpose by the U.S. citizen wishing to bring his or her fiancé (e) into the country for marriage purposes.
If you need legal assistance in preparing a petition, whether it is for family-based immigration or for a fiancé (e), the Bolour/Carl Immigration Group is here to help you. Our Los Angeles immigration attorney has more than 15 years of legal experience in handling all types of immigration matters. Our firm is devoted exclusively to the practice of U.S. immigration law.
Family Petitions
U. S. citizens can petition for immigrant visas on behalf of spouses, children, parents, unmarried children over 21 and their children, married children and their children, and siblings and their families. The closer the family connection, the more priority the petition will receive. Spouses and children under 21 generally will have the shortest waiting times. Visas beyond this category take longer due to a restricted number of visas allowable per year. Lawful permanent residents may file petitions for spouses, children under 21, and unmarried children over 21.
Fiancé (E) Visas
The petition for a fiancé (e) visa must include proof of U.S. citizenship by the petitioner, show that you and your fiancé (e) intend to marry within 90 days of his or her entry into the U.S., that you are both free to marry, and that you have met with each other in person at least one time within 2 years of filing your petition. Exceptions may be made to the last rule in some cases. This visa allows your fiancé (e) to enter the U.S. for 90 days so that your wedding can occur. After marriage, your spouse can then apply for a green card and may remain in the U.S. while the application is being processed. Your fiancé (e)’s children may also be included in this process.
Contact the Los Angeles immigration lawyer at the firm for reliable legal assistance with your family or fiancé (e) petition today.
Types Of Family Petitions And Fiancé Visas Services We Offer
Family-based immigration is one of the most common ways people come to the United States, and a legal team with experience in family petitions & fiancé visas can walk you through the process. Fortunately, at Bolour / Carl Immigration Group, APC, we’ve spent 29 years helping our clients with cases just like yours. Read on to learn more, and contact us today to get started.
Petitions For Spouses Of U.S. Citizens
One of the most common petitions we file is for U.S. citizens sponsoring their spouse. These cases often begin with a petition filed in the U.S., followed by either adjustment of status or consular processing depending on where the spouse lives. We guide couples through each part, from forms to interviews, making sure nothing gets overlooked.
Fiancé Visa Applications
If a U.S. citizen is engaged to someone living abroad, they can apply for a fiancé visa to bring their partner to the U.S. to marry. We help our clients gather the needed documents to show a real relationship and prepare the couple for the visa process, including the in-person consular interview and the steps that follow after arrival in the U.S.
Petitions For Children
U.S. citizens and green card holders can sponsor their children, whether they are minors or adults, married or unmarried. These cases vary based on age and marital status, which can affect wait times. We help families understand what category applies and walk through each part of the filing and visa process.
Petitions For Parents
Once someone becomes a U.S. citizen, they may petition for their parents to come live with them in the United States. These cases usually involve filing a petition, providing proof of the relationship, and completing consular processing if the parent is abroad. We help make sure all required information is included and assist with interview preparation.
Petitions For Siblings
U.S. citizens can also file petitions for their brothers or sisters. This category has one of the longest waiting periods, but it’s still an important step for many families. We assist with the petition filing and help track updates over time while waiting for the case to move forward.
Conditional Residence And Removal Of Conditions
Family petitions & fiancé visas can get a little complicated if a couple has been married for less than two years. At the time of receiving a green card, the spouse will receive conditional residence. But before the two-year mark, the couple must file to remove those conditions. We help prepare this joint petition and gather the required evidence to show the marriage is ongoing and genuine.
Adjustment Of Status For Family Members In The U.S.
Some people who are already in the U.S. on a different visa may qualify to apply for a green card through a family petition without leaving the country. We help review whether someone qualifies for adjustment and prepare the application package, including the required medical exam and affidavits of support.
Contact Us Today
We know that families are counting on a smooth and successful process to reunite or stay together. At Bolour / Carl Immigration Group, APC, we’ve spent nearly three decades helping our clients with immigration, visas, naturalization, and more. Contact us today, and see how our experience with family petitions & fiancé visas makes all the difference.
