Family-Based Green Cards

Fairfax County Green Card Lawyer

A green card can mean so much to an immigrant, to their family, and to the community that depends on them. By securing Adjustment of Status (AOS) and becoming a permanent resident, immigrants often find it easier to find employment. They have the opportunity to put down roots and work with loved ones on a shared future.

Furthermore, getting a green card is a significant step on the path to full U.S. citizenship. Our Fairfax County office has a knowledgeable, experienced, and compassionate green card lawyer ready to help you.

Call Bhagat Law Firm at (771) 444-2968 today and schedule a free consultation.

Requirements for a Green Card

An immigrant can become eligible for a green card through various routes. The common thread in all of these paths is sponsorship. Green card applicants must have a sponsor. This sponsor must be a U.S. citizen or a green card holder themselves, and they must currently reside in the United States.

The sponsor must have both the willingness and ability to assume financial responsibility for the green card applicant for a decade. If the applicant requires government assistance during this 10-year period, the sponsor could be obliged to reimburse the relevant public agency

Procedure to Apply for a Green Card

In applications for permanent residency, the United States Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) utilizes Form I-485. Applicants need to submit this form along with their sponsor's affidavit of support, their government-issued ID card, two additional photographs, and their birth certificate.

It's imperative that the form is completed accurately. While an error won't necessarily lead to the rejection of an application, it can cause significant delays. Our Fairfax County green card attorney will work with you to get important paperwork properly filed.

The next step is the interview process, where applicants have a personal meeting with USCIS officials. We assist our clients in preparing for this interview. Attorney Bhagat is also allowed to accompany you during the interview, something that can give you confidence your rights are being looked after.

Procedure to Get a Green Card for a Child

The USCIS categorizes a "child" as an individual who is under 21 years old. Parents with citizenship status are eligible to apply for a green card for their child.

The supporting documentation varies, depending on whether the application is made by the mother or the father. A mother needs to submit only the child's birth certificate as proof of the relationship. A father requires the child's birth certificate and evidence of paternity, such as a marriage certificate to the child's mother. If the marriage has ended due to death, divorce, or annulment, additional documents are necessary.

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Procedure to Get a Green Card for Your Parents

To initiate the process of securing permanent residency for their parents, an individual must be a minimum of 21 years old. The I-130 form is used for this purpose, and applicants should prepare the following documents:

Evidence of their U.S. citizenship
Verification of their relationship with their parents
Proof of their financial capacity to support their parents

Our office helps advise clients on what documentation can most effectively establish what USCIS officials are looking for. Let us guide you through the process.

Understanding the Consular Processing Procedure

At a glance, consular processing may seem akin to the AOS process used to secure a green card. However, there's a major distinction. While AOS procedures are designed for immigrants already residing in the United States, consular processing is utilized when the applicant is still overseas and seeking their green card.

The underlying assumption with consular processing is that the applicant already possesses an approved immigration petition, along with an assigned visa number. Our office helps clients complete their applications and submit necessary supporting evidence to the National Visa Center.

This evidence and documentation can range from proof of a family or fiancé(e) relationship to demonstrating financial capability to support oneself. An interview with the consular office is a part of this procedure. Knowing that you have a good green card lawyer based right here in Fairfax County and monitoring your application can bring substantial peace of mind.

Hands-On Legal Service You Can Trust

Bhagat Law Firm takes great pride in both the thoroughness and the transparency of our work. You and your family won’t be “handed off” to a staffer. You will get personal service from Attorney Pooja Bhagat. You’ll get careful explanations of the process, so you understand what is going on. You’ll know what we’re doing on your behalf and why. Nothing can truly make the AOS or consular processes “easy”, but our reliable and compassionate legal counsel can certainly help you feel more at ease.

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