The process of sponsoring your parents for a U.S. Green card may seem quite overwhelming when you consider all the forms and documents that need to be submitted. To ensure you are ready with the right documents, check out our easy guide on what you need to sponsor your parent's green card.
Whether you are filing for an Adjustment of Status for parents who are already in the U.S. or filing for Consular Processing for parents living outside of the country, you will need to show the following evidence to file their Green card application.
In many cases, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will require documentation regarding your financial status. This is to ensure that you are able to afford any fees that may accrue during the application process.
You will need to provide evidence of your financial status in the form of:
Additionally, for green cards for fathers, you will also need to provide the Marriage certificate to show your father was married to your mother before your birth as evidence of paternity. The birth certificates and marriage certificates will need to meet the requirements set out by the Department of State in the U.S. Visa: Reciprocity and Civil Documents schedule.
Suppose the birth certificates and marriage certificates do not meet the requirements or are unavailable. In that case, you will need to provide additional documents such as Non-availability of Birth/ Marriage Certificates, affidavits, and secondary evidence. The documents mentioned above are the foundation for filing a strong green card application.
Applying for any form of immigration status for yourself or a loved one is complicated, and getting waitlisted or denied a green card can take an emotional toll. The immigration system is complex, but not impossible. With the right help, you can pursue your American Dream.
Gathering these documents can be very time-consuming. We recommend you start early and work with an experienced immigration attorney to make sure the documents meet USCIS requirements. At Verma Law Firm, we have helped thousands of clients sponsor their parents for a green card.
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