Mesa Family Immigration Visa Categories

If you are a close relative of a US citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR) or have children born in the US, you are likely interested in Mesa family immigration visa categories. US immigration law allows certain people to get a Green Card and become permanent US residents based on their relationships with family here.

Usually, if you are a spouse, minor child, or parent of a US citizen, you can apply for a green card with little struggle. Other family members might also be eligible to emigrate, but the paperwork can be more complex. These individuals are in preference immigrant categories, which are very specific and can be complicated, especially if you fall into multiple categories. If you need help with a visa, let one of our compassionate family immigration attorneys help.

What are Preference Immigrant Visa Categories?

Regarding the categories of Mesa family immigration visas, preference immigrant categories describe a person’s relationship to a US citizen or LPR. These tiers are given preference status, ranging from F1 to F4. F1 visas have priority over F2, and so on.

F1 to F4 Visa Categories for Family Members

Assuming these individuals are related to a lawful permanent resident or US citizen, then:

• F1, or first preference, describes unmarried sons and daughters aged 21 and up
• F2A, or second preference A, describes spouses and children (unmarried and under age 21)
• F2B, or second preference B, describes unmarried adult children (21 years and older)
• F3, or third preference, describes the married offspring of US citizens
• F4, or fourth preference, describes siblings of adult US citizens

There are a few key points to notice about visa categories for family members, above. Marital status and age are crucial. For instance, the married adult child of a US citizen has less preference than an unmarried youngster.

The distinction between lawful permanent residents and US citizens is also important. In short, the immediate family of a US citizen will be preferred above the family of a lawful permanent resident.

Also, the US government will only issue a set number of family immigration visas, divided into categories and listed above, during every fiscal year.

A family immigration visa attorney could explain more about these categories during a free consultation.

Family Immigration Visa Category Confusion

Individuals may have multiple family members in the U.S. For example, they may be married to a U.S. citizen, have a child born in the U.S., or be the married adult child of a lawful permanent resident. (LPRs can petition for family immigration visas only for a spouse and unmarried children.)

When family immigration visa categories become complex, working with an experienced attorney in Mesa is essential. Some individuals must apply multiple times, and each submission requires accurate and complete paperwork.

Call Now to Learn More About Mesa Family Immigration Visa Categories and Your Options

If you need help understanding Mesa family immigration visa categories, including the paperwork requirements and filing dates, call Solano Immigration Law Firm today. We offer a wide array of immigration services, and many of our staff are bilingual. Our seasoned, skilled immigration attorneys can help you choose the right family immigration visa category, file your documents correctly (the first time), and move forward as smoothly as possible. Whether you are a spouse, child, sibling, or someone else, we will help you become a legal US resident as soon as possible. Contact us today for a free consultation.