Who Is Eligible for Family Based Green Card?

Eligibility for a Family-Based Green Card depends on your relationship to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder). Here’s a breakdown of who qualifies:

1. Immediate Relatives of U.S. Citizens

• Spouse of a U.S. citizen
  
• Unmarried child (under 21) of a U.S. citizen
  
• Parent of a U.S. citizen (if the citizen is 21 or older)

2. Other Family Preference Categories

These are subject to annual quotas and longer wait times:

• F1: Unmarried sons and daughters (21 or older) of U.S. citizens
  
• F2A: Spouses and unmarried children (under 21) of green card holders
  
• F2B: Unmarried sons and daughters (21 or older) of green card holders
  
• F3: Married sons and daughters of U.S. citizens
  
• F4: Brothers and sisters of U.S. citizens (if the citizen is 21 or older)

Basic Requirements:

• A valid family relationship must exist.
  
• The sponsoring relative must file Form I-130.
  
• The intending immigrant must pass background checks and meet admissibility criteria (e.g., no serious criminal record, not previously barred from entry).