Processing times for Immediate Relatives of a U.S. Green Card Holder For spouses and minor children (under 21) of U.S. green card holders, who fall under the F2A family preference category, the total estimated processing time—from filing the I‑130 to final visa issuance—is approximately 35 months according to recent data.Why It Takes Up to 35 MonthsForm [...]

  Yes, there are limited ways to speed up the processing time for Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative), but it largely depends on your situation and USCIS discretion.  Can I Speed up the Processing Time for I-130? Here's what you can do: 1. Request Expedited Processing (In Rare Cases) USCIS may expedite an [...]

 I-130 Processing times for 2025 (Based on Uscis Data) In 2025, USCIS processing times for Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, vary widely depending on the type of relationship, the applicant’s location, and the specific USCIS service centre handling the case.Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens (spouses, parents, and children under 21) generally experience faster processing, with [...]

 How Long Does It Take for Form I-130 to Be Approved? The processing time for Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, can vary widely depending on the relationship between the petitioner and the beneficiary, as well as other factors. On average, the overall processing time is around 14 months, but it can be much longer depending [...]

 What Happens If My Form I-130 Is Denied?If your Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) is denied, it means U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has determined that you did not meet the requirements to establish a valid qualifying relationship with the relative you’re petitioning for. A denial can feel discouraging, but there are still [...]

 What Happens If I File Form I-130 but My Financial Situation Changes and I Can No Longer Sponsor My Relative? If you file Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) but later experience a significant change in your financial situation that makes you unable to meet the sponsorship requirements, it can affect the immigration process for your [...]

 Can I File Form I-130 If My Spouse or Relative Is Already in Removal Proceedings?Yes, you can file Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) even if your spouse or qualifying relative is already in removal proceedings. However, the process becomes more complex and will require coordination between U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the [...]

 Can I File Form I-130 If I Live Outside the United States?You can file Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, even if you live outside the United States. U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) can file I-130 petitions from abroad.Filing Options:U.S. Citizens:If you are a U.S. citizen living outside the U.S., you may be [...]

 Will I Need an Interview for My I-130 Application?Whether you will need an interview for your Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, depends on your case and the discretion of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Not all I-130 petitions require an interview, but USCIS may schedule one if it determines it’s necessary to verify [...]

 How Long Is an I-130 Valid for After Approval?An approved Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, does not expire as long as the underlying family relationship remains valid and the petitioner maintains their U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status. This means the petition can remain valid for years—even indefinitely—while the beneficiary waits for a [...]