Is an attorney required to complete the Form I-130?

If you are wondering: Is an attorney required to complete the Form I-130? We prepared this content to explain you! The short answer is no! Keep reading this post and check it out!

An attorney is not required to complete Form I-130, which is a petition for an alien relative. However, an individual who is seeking to sponsor a relative for immigration to the United States may choose to hire an attorney to help with the process, as immigration laws and regulations can be complex.

Wizard Visa can provide guidance and assistance with the completion of Form I-130 and any other forms or documents required for the immigration process. We can help ensure that Form I-130 is completed accurately and submitted properly, which can increase the chances of your petition being approved.

What is USCIS Form I-130?

The I-130 Form (officially known as the “Petition for Alien Relative”) establishes a valid familial relationship between an American citizen or Green Card holder and an individual seeking a Green Card.

Filing the I-130 petition with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), which is part of the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is the first step in the family green card process.

In the context of a marriage visa, the I-130 petition is submitted to prove that your marriage is legally valid (based on a marriage certificate). This is also the stage in the marriage-based green card process where you submit documents (such as joint bank statements, joint insurance documents, and photos together) to prove that your marriage is “genuine” – that is, not based on fraud.

Submitting the I-130 petition also establishes your place in line for an available green card. Unless you are the spouse, parent, or unmarried son or daughter (under 21 years of age) of a U.S. citizen (who can skip the line entirely), your place in line is determined by your “priority date,” which is simply the date that USCIS received your I-130 petition. Petitions are typically processed in the order in which they are filed.

How long to wait after I-130 is approved 2022?

The time it takes to process your I-130 petition will depend on your family relationship and the location of your application. For immediate relatives of a U.S. Green Card holder residing outside of the country, the processing time for the I-130 Form currently ranges from 18.5 to 32.5 months.

For those living in the U.S., the processing time is currently between 12 and 27 months. For immediate relatives of a U.S. citizen living abroad, the wait time for the I-130 Form is currently between 9 and 13 months.

For those residing in the U.S., the processing time is still between 12 and 27 months. Starting your I-130 application as soon as possible is recommended.

How much is USCIS immigrant fee 2022?

The current government fee for filing an I-130 petition is $535, which can be paid either by check or credit card through Form G-1450.

Form I-130 Required Documents

To file an I-130 petition, you must submit supporting documents that demonstrate the eligibility of the sponsor to file the petition and the validity of their family relationship with the individual seeking a green card.

The standard supporting documents for an I-130 petition include:

• Evidence of the sponsor’s U.S. citizenship or green card status;
• Proof of the existence of a legally recognized relationship;
• Documentation that the relationship is not fraudulent;
• Records of name changes for the sponsor and/or the person seeking a Green Card;
• Proof of the person seeking a green card’s nationality;

For example, to prove that the sponsor is a U.S. citizen, you may need to provide a copy of their birth certificate. You can start your application and gather your supporting documents as you go. You don’t have to have every document in hand to make progress!

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*Pay Attention: 7 Common Mistakes to Avoid in the Immigration Process

The immigration process can be complex and time-consuming and making mistakes can have serious consequences. To help our clients we prepare blog posts every week to outline some of the most common mistakes that you can make during the immigration process and offer practical advice on how to avoid them.

The most common mistakes are:

          1.       Not properly gathering and organizing all required documents;

          2.       Failing to disclose relevant information to USCIS;

          3.       Missing deadlines or submitting applications with errors;

          4.       Failing to understand the specific requirements for different visa categories;

          5.       Not properly preparing for immigration interviews;

          6.       Not seeking professional help when needed;

          7.       Failing to stay up to date with changing immigration laws and policies;

For this reason, the goal of this blog post is to educate readers on the importance of avoiding these mistakes and to help them navigate the immigration process as smoothly and successfully as possible.

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