How long does it take to petition a child over 21?

I-130 Processing Times for Immediate Relatives For immediate relatives (spouse, children and parents) of U.S. citizens, there is an unlimited number of immigrant visas and approval can be obtained in approximately 5 to 9 months.

Can a US citizen petition for a child over 21?

If you are a U.S. citizen, you may be able to petition for your foreign-born children who are married or age 21 or older (referred to as “sons or daughters” by U.S. immigration law) to immigrate to the U.S. and receive lawful permanent residence (green cards).

How long does it take for I 360 to be approved?

When you file the I-360 form with the attached evidence, it may take between 16 to 21 months to process your VAWA petition fully. USCIS will issue a Prima Facie Determination Notice to VAWA petitioners who qualified and fulfilled requirements. When you receive such a notice, it is valid for 150 days.

How long does it take for a father to file for his daughter?

Over 21-year-old son/daughter of a US citizen is the first preference category (F1) and it now takes a little over seven years for a visa to be available. If your father is a lawful permanent resident (green card holder), the process is different.

Can a U.S. citizen sponsor an adult child?

Both U.S. citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their unmarried adult children (21 years and older) for visas, which will eventually lead to green cards.

What happens after i360 approval?

After a Form I-360 petition is approved, the self-petitioner may apply for adjustment of status until his or her priority date is current. Battered spouses or children in the immediate relative category will be able to apply for adjustment of status as soon as the Form I-360 is approved.

Can my sibling come to the United States to visit while the visa petition is pending?

If your spouse or other family member has filed an I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, on your behalf, then it may be challenging to convince a consular officer that you do not have “immigrant intent” in the US. Nevertheless, it is possible to visit the US with a pending I-130, and we have seen many clients do it.