Visa for Parents and Children of US Citizen

  1. Benefits of the Visa for Parents and Children of U.S. Citizens: Allows parents and children of U.S. citizens to reside and work in the U.S. without restrictions. It also facilitates family reunification and provides access to benefits such as education and health care. Parents may be eligible for permanent residency if the citizen child is at least 21 years old.
  2. Visa Requirements:
    • For Parents: the child must be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years old. Financial ability must be demonstrated to prevent the parent from becoming a public charge.
    • For Children: The child must be under 21 and unmarried. The U.S. citizen parent must demonstrate relationship and ability to support financially.
  3. Process to Obtain Visa:
    • File Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, with proof of relationship.
    • Attend the interview at the appropriate U.S. consulate, where documents and the family relationship will be verified.
    • Upon approval, the beneficiary receives the visa and may travel to the U.S. to become a permanent resident.

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