Family-Based Immigration
Family-based immigration allows U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to sponsor qualifying relatives for permanent residence, including spouses, children, parents, and certain other family members.
Applications may proceed through adjustment of status in the United States or consular processing abroad, depending on the beneficiary's location.
Cohen Visa advises families on eligibility, procedural options, and strategy to navigate family-based immigration efficiently.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about family-based immigration
U.S. citizens may sponsor spouses, children, parents, and siblings. Lawful permanent residents may sponsor spouses and unmarried children. Eligibility and wait times vary by relationship and preference category. Cohen Visa advises families on eligibility and procedural options.
Adjustment of status is for beneficiaries already in the U.S. who can apply for a green card without leaving. Consular processing is for beneficiaries abroad who obtain an immigrant visa through a U.S. embassy or consulate. Cohen Visa advises on which option fits your situation.
Processing times depend on the relationship category and visa availability. Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens (spouses, minor children, parents) have no numerical limit. Other categories are subject to the Visa Bulletin and priority dates.
Yes. U.S. immigration law recognizes same-sex marriages for sponsorship purposes. Cohen Visa advises families on eligibility and strategy to navigate family-based immigration efficiently.