Family Petition
Family Petition
A Family Petition (Form I-130) is the first step to bring your spouse, child, parent, or sibling to the United States. We handle all the paperwork, catch errors before immigration does, and guide you to approval.
A Family Petition (Form I-130) is filed by a U.S. citizen or permanent resident to prove a
qualifying family relationship with a foreign-born relative. Once approved, it allows the relative to take the next step towards a Greencard.
At a Glance
Save Money
Up to 80% less than traditional legal fees.
Save Time
Fast 24-hour turnaround and streamlined process.
Peace of Mind
Unlimited support and 10+ years of immigration
expertise.
It Varies*
Processing Time
$500
Per Service
Family Petition
A Family Petition (Form I-130) is the first step to bring your spouse, child, parent, or sibling to the United States. We handle all the paperwork, catch errors before immigration does, and guide you to approval.
At a Glance
Save Money
Up to 80% less than traditional legal fees ($5,000+).
Save Time
Fast 24-hour turnaround and streamlined process.
Peace of Mind
Unlimited support and 10+ years of immigration expertise.
It Varies
Processing Time
$500
Per Service
Family Petition
A Family Petition (Form I-130) is the first step to bring your spouse, child, parent, or sibling to the United States. We handle all the paperwork, catch errors before immigration does, and guide you to approval.
At a Glance
Save Money
Up to 80% less than traditional legal fees ($5,000+).
Save Time
Fast 24-hour turnaround and streamlined process.
Peace of Mind
Unlimited support and 10+ years of immigration
expertise.
It Varies
Processing Time
$500
Per Service
Who Can File a Family Petition?
Who Can File a Family Petition?
U.S. citizens and green card holders can petition for these family members.
Who qualifies
Married to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
- Citizen-sponsored spouse, already in the U.S.: typically doesn't need this service — you can usually file for adjustment of status directly, without a wait. See Adjustment of Status.
- Citizen-sponsored spouse, living abroad: this service is for you. Since your spouse is outside the U.S., you'll need this petition filed first, followed by consular processing in your home country.
- Green card holder-sponsored spouse, regardless of location: this service is for you. Spouses of green card holders currently fall under visa category F2A. You'll need this petition filed and approved before moving to the next step — either adjustment of status (if your spouse is in the U.S.) or consular processing (if your spouse is abroad).
Main evidence needed
Documents you must gather to support your application package.
Forms and Filing Fees
USCIS administrative components and mandatory filing costs.
| Form Number | Form Name | Government Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Form I-130 | Petition for Alien Relative | $625 online / $675 paper |
| Form I-130A | Supplemental Information for Spouse Beneficiary | Required alongside I-130 (No fee) |
Processing time
I-130 processing for a U.S. citizen-sponsored spouse typically takes 8–14 months. For green card holder-sponsored spouses, processing is longer — typically around 2–3 years.
After your petition is approved
- 1Next stepOnce USCIS approves your I-130 petition, the next step is either adjusting status in the U.S. or processing your visa through a U.S. consulate abroad, depending on where you are and where your spouse is residing. This is a separate filing from the petition itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to guide your decision-making.
Who Can File a Family Petition?
U.S. citizens and green card holders can petition for these family members.
Spouse
Husbands or wives of U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents.
Child
Petition for a son or daughter (minor, adult, unmarried, or married depending on petitioner’s status)
Parent
Parent of U.S. citizen and must be 21+
Sibling
Brother or sister of a U.S. citizen and must be 21+.
Who qualifies
Married to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
- Citizen-sponsored spouse, already in the U.S.: typically doesn't need this service — you can usually file for adjustment of status directly, without a wait. See Adjustment of Status.
- Citizen-sponsored spouse, living abroad: this service is for you. Since your spouse is outside the U.S., you'll need this petition filed first, followed by consular processing in your home country.
- Green card holder-sponsored spouse, regardless of location: this service is for you. Spouses of green card holders currently fall under visa category F2A. You'll need this petition filed and approved before moving to the next step — either adjustment of status (if your spouse is in the U.S.) or consular processing (if your spouse is abroad).
Main evidence needed
Documents you must gather to support your application package.
Forms and Filing Fees
USCIS administrative components and mandatory filing costs.
| Form Number | Form Name | Government Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Form I-130 | Petition for Alien Relative | $625 online / $675 paper |
| Form I-130A | Supplemental Information for Spouse Beneficiary | Required alongside I-130 (No fee) |
Processing time
I-130 processing for a U.S. citizen-sponsored spouse typically takes 8–14 months. For green card holder-sponsored spouses, processing is longer — typically around 2–3 years.
After your petition is approved
- 1Next stepOnce USCIS approves your I-130 petition, the next step is either adjusting status in the U.S. or processing your visa through a U.S. consulate abroad, depending on where you are and where your spouse is residing. This is a separate filing from the petition itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to guide your decision-making.
Who qualifies
Married to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
- Citizen-sponsored spouse, already in the U.S.: typically doesn't need this service — you can usually file for adjustment of status directly, without a wait. See Adjustment of Status.
- Citizen-sponsored spouse, living abroad: this service is for you. Since your spouse is outside the U.S., you'll need this petition filed first, followed by consular processing in your home country.
- Green card holder-sponsored spouse, regardless of location: this service is for you. Spouses of green card holders currently fall under visa category F2A. You'll need this petition filed and approved before moving to the next step — either adjustment of status (if your spouse is in the U.S.) or consular processing (if your spouse is abroad).
Main evidence needed
Documents you must gather to support your application package.
Forms and Filing Fees
USCIS administrative components and mandatory filing costs.
| Form Number | Form Name | Government Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Form I-130 | Petition for Alien Relative | $625 online / $675 paper |
| Form I-130A | Supplemental Information for Spouse Beneficiary | Required alongside I-130 (No fee) |
Processing time
I-130 processing for a U.S. citizen-sponsored spouse typically takes 8–14 months. For green card holder-sponsored spouses, processing is longer — typically around 2–3 years.
After your petition is approved
- 1Next stepOnce USCIS approves your I-130 petition, the next step is either adjusting status in the U.S. or processing your visa through a U.S. consulate abroad, depending on where you are and where your spouse is residing. This is a separate filing from the petition itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to guide your decision-making.
Who Can File a Family Petition?
U.S. citizens and green card holders can petition for these family members.
Spouse
Husbands or wives of U.S. citizens.
Parent
Parent of U.S. citizen and must be 21+.
Child
Petition for a son or daughter.
Sibling
Brother or sister of a U.S. citizen and must be 21+.
Who qualifies
Married to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
- Citizen-sponsored spouse, already in the U.S.: typically doesn't need this service — you can usually file for adjustment of status directly, without a wait. See Adjustment of Status.
- Citizen-sponsored spouse, living abroad: this service is for you. Since your spouse is outside the U.S., you'll need this petition filed first, followed by consular processing in your home country.
- Green card holder-sponsored spouse, regardless of location: this service is for you. Spouses of green card holders currently fall under visa category F2A. You'll need this petition filed and approved before moving to the next step — either adjustment of status (if your spouse is in the U.S.) or consular processing (if your spouse is abroad).
Main evidence needed
Documents you must gather to support your application package.
Forms and Filing Fees
USCIS administrative components and mandatory filing costs.
| Form Number | Form Name | Government Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Form I-130 | Petition for Alien Relative | $625 online / $675 paper |
| Form I-130A | Supplemental Information for Spouse Beneficiary | Required alongside I-130 (No fee) |
Processing time
I-130 processing for a U.S. citizen-sponsored spouse typically takes 8–14 months. For green card holder-sponsored spouses, processing is longer — typically around 2–3 years.
After your petition is approved
- 1Next stepOnce USCIS approves your I-130 petition, the next step is either adjusting status in the U.S. or processing your visa through a U.S. consulate abroad, depending on where you are and where your spouse is residing. This is a separate filing from the petition itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to guide your decision-making.
Who qualifies
Married to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
- Citizen-sponsored spouse, already in the U.S.: typically doesn't need this service — you can usually file for adjustment of status directly, without a wait. See Adjustment of Status.
- Citizen-sponsored spouse, living abroad: this service is for you. Since your spouse is outside the U.S., you'll need this petition filed first, followed by consular processing in your home country.
- Green card holder-sponsored spouse, regardless of location: this service is for you. Spouses of green card holders currently fall under visa category F2A. You'll need this petition filed and approved before moving to the next step — either adjustment of status (if your spouse is in the U.S.) or consular processing (if your spouse is abroad).
Main evidence needed
Documents you must gather to support your application package.
Forms and Filing Fees
USCIS administrative components and mandatory filing costs.
| Form Number | Form Name | Government Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Form I-130 | Petition for Alien Relative | $625 online / $675 paper |
| Form I-130A | Supplemental Information for Spouse Beneficiary | Required alongside I-130 (No fee) |
Processing time
I-130 processing for a U.S. citizen-sponsored spouse typically takes 8–14 months. For green card holder-sponsored spouses, processing is longer — typically around 2–3 years.
After your petition is approved
- 1Next stepOnce USCIS approves your I-130 petition, the next step is either adjusting status in the U.S. or processing your visa through a U.S. consulate abroad, depending on where you are and where your spouse is residing. This is a separate filing from the petition itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to guide your decision-making.
General Eligibility
General Eligibility
General Eligibility
Review these requirements carefully to ensure you qualify.
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Petitioner must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (greencard holder).
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Relationship must be proven.
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U.S. Citizens can petition for spouses, children, parents, and siblings.
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Greencard holder can petition for spouses and unmarried children only.
Important Notice: Meeting these eligibility requirements does not guarantee approval. It's important to provide complete and accurate information throughout your application.
What’s Included
What’s Included
What’s Included
We handle the paperwork
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The whole application package is completed by Elara
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Passport photo included
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Expert review before submission
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We ship your application
You get a team
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Your own Immigration Expert
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Access to us after filing
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Unlimited questions and support
One flat fee. No surprises.
Ready to get started
Ready to get started
We'll handle your entire application from start to finish — so you can focus on what matters most.
Ready to get started
We'll handle your entire application from start to finish — so you can focus on what matters most.
elara
99 Wall St, Suite 2809
New York, NY 10005
elara
99 Wall St, Suite 2809
New York, NY 10005
elara
99 Wall St, Suite 2809
New York, NY 10005
elara
99 Wall St, Suite 2809
New York, NY 10005