ALIEN RELATIVES
 

Children INS defines a child as an unmarried person under the age of 21 who:  Is a natural child. Is a step-child if the parent's marriage took place before the child turned 18.  Is a child born out of wedlock if the child has a "bona-fide" relationship with the parent who is filing the petition.  Is an adopted child, if the child was adopted before the age of 16 and has lived with the adoptive parent for at least two years.  Falls into one of the other special categories. If you are a lawful permanent resident, you may file an immigration petition for your child (as defined above) or for an unmarried son or daughter over the age of 21.  When the petition is approved, you will have to wait for a visa number to be issued.  If you are a citizen your child will be considered an "immediate relative" and will receive an immigrant visa to enter the United States.  Parents If you are a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years old, you are eligible to petition to bring your parents to live and work permanently in the United States.  If you are a lawful permanent resident, you are not eligible to petition for your parents. Siblings If you are a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years old, you are eligible to petition to bring your siblings to live and work permanently in the United States.  If you are a lawful permanent resident, you are not eligible to petition for your siblings. Spouse You can petition to bring your spouse here; however, it is better to bring your fiancé here and then marry.  Otherwise, your spouse may have to leave the country while the petition is pending.  >>>Click Here<<< for the fiancé visa page.   Other Relatives Aunts, uncles, cousins, and other relatives generally do not qualify for family based immigration. What We Do We help you and your relative through the process.  We make sure the right documents are filed at the right time and at the right location.  We give a free initial consultation on relative immigration matters.     <<<HOME This Page Sponsored By No One Yet  :( Copyright © 2000, Law Offices of George A. Boyle