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Family-Based Immigration Attorney In Missouri & Arizona

How Can I Bring My Family Members To The United States?

If you're a U.S. citizen or a green card holder, Andres G. Hernandez in Missouri and Arizona, is here to assist you in bringing your eligible family members to the U.S. To accomplish this, they must apply for a family-based immigrant visa to become lawful permanent residents.  This can be a complicated and lengthy process, but with the help of an experienced immigration lawyer like Andres G. Hernandez, you can ensure that your family's immigration journey is as smooth and successful as possible.


Andres G. Hernandez has years of experience handling all types of family-based immigration cases. He understands how important it is to reunite families and keep them together in the United States. That's why he works tirelessly to navigate through the complex U.S. immigration system and overcome any challenges that may arise.


Whether you are looking to bring your spouse, child, parent or other relative to the United States, Andres G. Hernandez has the knowledge and experience to guide you through every step of the process. From determining eligibility and submitting applications to attending interviews and handling appeals, he will make sure that your loved ones have the best chance of obtaining their green card.


Andres will guide you in gathering all required documents and completing necessary paperwork for the application. Through this collaborative process, he will help pave the way for your loved ones to reside legally in the U.S.

Call AGH Law Firm at 816-320-5547 to schedule a consultation with a lawyer today.

Which Family Members Are Eligible to Apply for a Green Card?

Andres G. Hernandez, an Immigration Law attorney based in Missouri and Arizona, is well-versed in helping clients navigate two key categories of relatives eligible to apply. These categories are immediate relatives of U.S. citizens and a broader category known as "preference relatives."


In context of immigration law, immediate relatives signify the U.S. citizen’s spouse, unmarried minor children, and parents, as long as the U.S. citizen is 21 years old or above. Preference relatives have more detailed qualifications and is segmented into four levels. 


Firstly, preference is given to U.S. citizens’ adult unmarried children, followed by lawful permanent residents’ spouses and unmarried children. The third bracket embodies U.S. citizens’ married children, followed by U.S. citizens’ siblings, provided that the U.S. citizen is at least 21 years old. 


An interesting fact is that fiancés of U.S. citizens are eligible for a specific visa (link to fiancé visa page), and occupy a status similar to immediate relatives, provided that their wedding takes place within 90 days of their arrival. To make your immigration journey smoother, Andres G. Hernandez stands ready to ensure everything is in order. Schedule your appointment today.

How Long Will My Family Members Need to Wait?

Immediate relatives may apply for a visa without a wait, while those in the preference category often incur a delay due to the U.S. limiting the number of immigrant visas for each country. It is crucial for your preference relatives to file their petitions without delay as the USCIS processes these based on the filing date. In countries with a high volume of applicants for immigrant visas to the U.S., the wait can stretch into several years.


Navigating this complex process can be daunting, but with the guidance of Andres G. Hernandez, an established Immigration Law attorney in Missouri and Arizona, you can kick start this process. Don't hesitate to reach out to Andres today.

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