Adjustment of Status allows foreigners with visas such as K-1 or K-3 to turn their visas into permanent residency status. This process usually includes an interview by the USCIS. An I-601 waiver allows an alien who is not able to adjust his or her status to apply if she is...
What are Family Petitions for Immigration?
An Immigration Attorney for Southern California writes: Although there are numerous paths to US citizenship or permanent residency, most begin with an employer or family sponsor. Here is an overview of the most popular types of family based petitions; A-K-1 Fiance visa allows a U.S. citizen to sponsor a foreign...
Who Qualifies for Family Based Visas PART 2
The difference between "immediate" or "preference" relatives is that immediate relatives may obtain permanent residency at any time while preference relatives must wait until their "priority" date is available which varies depending on country of origin and other factors. Immediate relatives are spouses of US citizens, children (under 21) of...