Family-Based Green Card (Immediate Relatives) Family Reunion

Required Documents & Information

• Valid passport with 6+ months validity

  Each applicant must have a valid passport with at least six months' validity beyond the intended date of entry into the U.S.

• Proof of U.S. citizenship or LPR status for petitioner

  Petitioner must provide a copy of their U.S. passport, U.S. birth certificate, Naturalization Certificate, Certificate of Citizenship, Consular Report of Birth Abroad, or Green Card (if LPR).

• Birth certificate for applicant and petitioner

  Submit both the petitioner's and beneficiary's birth certificates to establish the family relationship; must show shared parent(s) for sibling petitions.

• Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative

  The U.S. citizen or LPR sponsor must file Form I-130 with correct signatures, complete information, and required evidence.

• Affidavit of Support (Form I-864)

  Sponsor must complete Form I-864, showing that their income is at least 125% of the U.S. Federal Poverty Guidelines for their household size.

• Proof of income: federal tax returns, W-2s, recent pay stubs

  Sponsor must provide latest federal income tax return, W-2s, and recent pay stubs for financial qualification review.

• Police clearance certificate

  Applicant must provide a police clearance certificate from each country of residence for more than 6 months since age 16.

• Medical examination by approved physician

  Applicant must undergo a medical examination by a USCIS-approved civil surgeon; results submitted on standard forms.