Are you sponsoring your sister or brother for a green card?

Audra shares the requirements to sponsor your sibling (brother or sister) for a green card. You must be a US citizen. Keep in mind that the waiting time is YEARS LONG! #brother #sister #sibling #sponsorship #greencard #immigration #USCIS #visa #doylelawllc #doylelawatl
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[@jayankoshythomas1]

Have a question. Filed for my brother in 2013. He got married in 2014 and have two kids now. Do I need to file for his spouse and kids. If so, will I be able to do it now or wait until we get the notice for further steps on his application?. They are in India now. Thank you.

[@TravelWithMaliyaUS]

While these process does he can apply for visiting visa too?

[@JasonVPaz]

I have a question. I've been in the US since 2006 along with my sister. I recently received my lawful entry with DACA through advanced Parole. I have a Social Security and a work permit all valid along being in university as well. Will it still take that long even though I've been in the US the entire time other than when i traveled abroad with advanced parole?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Unfortunately under the current laws (March 2022) you are not able to get a green card through your sister, as you are not in a lawful nonimmigrant status. DACA is deferred action, it is not considered a status by USCIS. Congress may change this so definitely watch the news.

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Yes it will. And to process the case within the U.S. you must be in a valid nonimmigrant status.

[@hamzach528]

can brother get paper jamah in america

[@abdifatahahmed8720]

Hello Iam refugee and in live in a refugee camp we were sponsored and interviewed and the case is pending at USCIS adminstrative action for almost after covid 19 . What will we do?

[@reginaowusuansahscottowus745]

I pray you respond,am a US citizen and my brother is here on F1 visa which will expire on 4 years. Can i file for adjustment of status for him?

[@NA-cl8zv]

Question: The National Visa Center approved all my documents that I sent to them for my brother and sister. They told me that they are waiting until visa number available and I checked the Visa Bulletin under F-4 category they are still working on 22Mar2007 since I would say the start of Covid; My case priority date is 07Jul2007. Could you please explain me a little bit more, did they temporary stop processing this category since Covid, thanks.

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

You are so close! F-4 is the slowest category. Please watch my video explaining the visa bulletin.

[@lutfullahesmaty1475]

Hi we got approval for our cases about 2 years ago now how long do we need to wait

[@faizehussaini3302]

Hey Hi hope you are doing good actually I just got a US citizenship fee months back I want to file green card for my sister and brother what's is the fee and how long does it take if I apply from texas service center looking forward to hear from you soon

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Congratulations! You can go ahead and file the applications for them. $535 per case.

[@thegempkafamily5581]

Hi ! I have question. my mom who is currently here in the US, my aunty who is the US citizen, she's sponsor my mother to get the green card. she applied form -130 then the USCIS accept her case, but form I-485 got rejected. I was looking for visa bulletin for F4 and it said march 7/22. My mom just refiling the form again and they rejected again, so what does she do ? waiting until the date become current or she has to go back to her country ? she already overstay for 3 months here while she's waiting for her adjustment of status ? thanks

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Hi! Unfortunately I think you are looking at the wrong line. Worldwide the Visa Bulletin says cases filed on or before 2007 can be adjudicated now, not 2022. She will need to go back to her home country and the waiting time will be 15 years.

[@nevado533]

Hej Audra do u believe that f4 visa process time for countries like low demand Denmark will be faster ? I want to know if it will take 2 or 3 years as there is no high demand ?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Unfortunately not. They should also sign up for the DV lottery every year in October.

[@MrShoman1212]

Hello Audra, I'm an Italian citizen and my brother is in the state of Texas as an American citizen. I do visit without visa, my question would be. Can he petition for me while I'm in the US legally? In the state of Texas i read it somewhere that I might take from 18 to 24 months any confirmation please? And if it's possible, will I be given a right to work while I wait?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

he can petition for you but your case will certainly not be completed in 18-24 months. It's more like 15 years. You would need to return to your home country and wait.

[@Greg-vr1xb]

I am a Canadian and was removed at the border in 2006 due to working unlawfully. I was barred for 5 years. After removal, my sibling petitioned for me and am now schedule for an interview after 16 years. Would a waiver be required? Thank you.

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

I'm sorry to hear that. You need to contact an immigration lawyer to discuss this. We do not handle waiver cases. Good luck on your case.

[@sarafaolaide2822]

Thanks for your information. Pls how long and how many years is going to take

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

You need to check the Visa Bulletin. It differs by country.

[@SandyGG22]

Question, my sister wants to sponsor me to petition and I have existing b1/b2 visa. While waiting for the petition. Can I still travel to US using my current tourist visa without any trouble?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

You should not have any trouble if you can clearly demonstrate to CBP that you intend to return home after your temporary visit.

[@noelinefernando4168]

My brother is a US citizen about 15 years. He has submitted sponsorship documents 4 years before. Does the number of year of 10 to 14 is calculated from the date of his submitting sponsorship or the date of he receiving US citizenship? Please advise.

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

It is the "priority date" listed on the I-130 receipt notice.

[@emmaura]

Thank you for the video. I was brought from El Salvador since age 5, have DACA, work permit and associate degree. Can my 26 yr sibling petition for me and can the proof for financially supporting me be waived?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Your sibling can sponsor you but you are not eligible for adjustment of status through him/her, unfortunately, because you are out of status. I have never seen the I-864 be waived.

[@Taylorfamilymichigan]

Hi Audra. I'm thinking about applying I130 for my brother who is married and has 2 kids. My question is Do I have to apply separate I-130 for each of them? Or I just wait until their case get approved and then include his wife and the kids in the form I-864? Thank you for your time.

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Just your brother and the family is listed on the same form.

[@Taylorfamilymichigan]

Thanks for answering!

[@jimmytseyibor8603]

When a us citizen filled for his brother living in Ghana,please how long does it takes

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

15 years!

[@adamk.1012]

I havd a question please. as a US immigrant with a family sponsor (my sister), do i have to physically live with my sponser? or can I choose to go to a different state upon entry to the country?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

You can reach out to me for a consultation if you like, 404-325-5858.

[@GWL88188]

Hi! I’m a joint sponsor to sponsor my siblings. On I 864 form I prefer not to include any income info or tax returns. Is it possible I could ONLY fill out the section to include my properties as assets? If so, would property tax evaluation documents are enough to show the value of properties? Thanks

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

You will have to show your taxes.

[@user-yh1si5vk4x]

​@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyercan I sponsor my cousin

[@avp.777]

No,read instruction for I-864

[@radikasookram]

And what is the kids can get to come with their parents if they have if their parents have a sponsoring by their brother and sister what age do kids can have to get to come with together

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

They also get green cards if they are qualified.

[@christiancarty3539]

Hello, in case I am citizen, and I want to petition my half parental sibling. I read in the immigration website , they ask for marriage certificate with my mother. But my father didn't married with her. Can It be denied the application? I have both birth certificate with the name of our father. Thanks

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Good morning! The marriage certificate will be requested if your parents were married, but in your case they were not. You will need to explain that to USCIS if asked. Please contact us if you need assistance. 404-325-5858.

[@airtosmith3937]

Question: I’m a U.S. citizen I want to file for my brother who is living in the U.S., my brother is from Belize he enter the U.S. legally with a visitor Visa but overstated his visa, he is currently working with an ITIN and file taxes last year. Will there be an issue that he’s working with an ITIN when I help file for him? Do I just file the I-130 or can I file consecutively with I-485

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

You cannot file the I-485 for your brother until his priority date is available, and he is not eligible to adjust status in the U.S. at this time because he has overstayed his visa and is working without permission. I would consult a lawyer bout getting a waiver for him, or also investigate whether he is qualified for 245(i).

[@airamsasuet]

My sister is filing a petition for me I’ve been in ISA since I was 12 years old but went back to Mexico at 18 and got married there then came back in 1985 illegally is there a way to get my green card my son was born in Mexico and has DACA

[@teddygeorge-jv7dc]

Hey aud, I have a question. I want to sponsor a half sibling. We have the same father and he is on both of our birth certificates but, he never married any of our mothers. Can I still petition for my sibling? If so what proof do I need to bring?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

It may be more difficult than a normal case and USCIS or the State Dept. may require a DNA test. But it is possible. You can contact me for a consultation at 404-325-5858.

[@shjo2837]

My sister is a us citizen and I am in us as a B1 B2 visa can I change my visa to green card and how many months does it take if yes ,and my visa will end in December should I go back to my country and wait for it

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

You will not be able to stay here long enough to wait for the green card to be available. Feel free to reach out to me for a consultation if you wish. [e-mail]

[@zeerakalishah4083]

I have a question. My Aunt filed i-130 for my Mom in 2009. In 2019, we got a E2 visa and it got approved. Currently we are living in United States since last 3 years and are just waiting for our i-130 form to be approved so we can be a permanent resident. I see the wait time is now 15 years which means we have to wait until 2025. We also can’t go anywhere outside United States because we got our business visa from here and if we go back to our country, we have to file the process again. My question is that is there any way to expedite this process or adjust our status because our whole family is already in United States on a valid visa.

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

There is no expedite process for I-130 petitions. Best regards.

[@keepingitabuck]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer another piggy-back Audra, I saw a lawyer post a chart of all immigration forms and the fees to pay USCIS to expedite it, I believe I-130 was an extra $2500… is this true? I didn’t think you can essentially pay more to expedite immigration cases or otherwise a lot of people who can afford it would do it…

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@keepingitabuck No there is no premium processing for the I-130 petition. You're right, everyone would pay it!

[@jackiesaddler9020]

My sister filed for my brother in Jamaica. The priority date is 10/2010. She moved and didn’t update her address right away. We went online and discovered that the petition was approved 10/2014. Her address is now updated with uscis. Is it really necessary to get an i824

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Not really as long as you checked the box requesting consular processing. Just keep up with the priority date and make sure that NVC activates your case when it is available.

[@jackiesaddler9020]

Thanks so so much for replying!

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@jackiesaddler9020 You're welcome.

[@Taylorfamilymichigan]

Hi Audra. I’m us citizen. My parents are green card holders. They are only their first year as green card holders. I have some siblings from vietnam that are older than 21 and one of them is already married and has kids. My question are :me us citizen or my parents green card holders should sponsor my siblings from overseas to help the process go faster? Do my parents have to be us citizen to be able to sponsor my siblings? Thank you!

[@mehreenarshad5219]

Same question, I hope she'll reply

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

You can sponor your siblings. Your parents can also sponsor them if they are unmarried (F2A). They do not have to be U.S. citizens in that circumstance.

[@Taylorfamilymichigan]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer thank you!

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@Taylorfamilymichigan You're welcome!

[@indahguinac8769]

Hi, I'm marrried to a US citizen and now i am a permanent resident. My question is, would it be possible for my husband to sponsor my sister and her husband to come to the US and get the green card? Thank you.

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

I'm sorry, he can't. You need to be a US citizen and then sponsor them.

[@4youreyes]

I am a US Citizen and my brother is a Canadian Citizen, We both are born in India. Is there a way that I can sponsor him and what are the requirements? How long is the process and is it possible to bring him thru EB2?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Yes, you could sponsor him if you have a legitimate employment opportunity. Unfortunately the waiting time for EB-2 is still quite long, more than 10 years! The USCIS goes by country of birth, not country of citizenship. Please take a look at the Visa Bulletin.

[@SuperAnilraj]

My mother whose age is 77 has got IR5 visa and got green card recently. Since she got recently green card and she is unemployed in united states. My question is " Can she file i130 for his son who is above 21 years old and unmarried?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Congratulations! Yes she can sponsor her son. She will need a joint sponsor for the I-864.

[@mithunsaha4437]

Hi Audra, Thank you for this video. I'm a US citizen want to sponsor my brother and he is married. For I 130 petition I understand the required document is both of our birth certificate showing parents. Also, do I need to submit his marriage certificate and his spouse's brith certificate as well? Given he is married. I'm not clear about this document requirement for married sibling. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Yes.

[@mithunsaha4437]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer Thank you!

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@mithunsaha4437 You're welcome!

[@amalenglanduk6103]

Hi what about if the bouth in us one of is us passport is this possible

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

No you have to wait 15 years or more. There is no nonimmigrant status that would allow you to be here for that period of time. Therefore, you will need to wait for the approval outside of the U.S.

[@queenstown8677]

My sister applied me on 2014 november and they gave me receipt number. And whenever I checked my case status it always shows “your case was received “ how long does it take to approve my case ? Please reply me

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

You can check your processing times at uscis.gov. It will be a long time!

[@sudarshanuprety3713]

Does it help if Siblings are already in USA in non immigrant visa(visit visa) before applying for siblings visa

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

It does not. Keep in mind that they will have to maintain their nonimmigrant status at all times.

[@makeupbykhadijakhan2257]

Hi my sister she is us citizen and she had applied f4 for us in2012 how long we going to wait

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal/visa-law0/visa-bulletin.html

[@urvijadav5224]

I’m US citizen and filing for my sister is under 21 year old. How long time taken? Is their any exceptions for under 21 yr old?

[@avp.777]

17 +

[@Greenderin7]

Hi Aud, I am a Filipino citizen and my husband is an Iraqi. Currently, we are in Canada and under work permit (I’m international student before) and will be expiring on Oct 2023. So before this, we should be PR but given the new system I doubted we will get the pr. So since my husband is an Iraqi national and you know what Iraq country is, our next option is to apply as refugee/asylum. Is this possible? What is your contact info to more discuss this please? Thanks

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

You need to contact a Canadian immigration lawyer. Good luck with your case!

[@sherryshrey5424]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer😂😂

[@kashif0.2]

✌

[@user-yh1si5vk4x]

​@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyerwhat about sponsoring my cousin

[@clarenzbustamante]

Hello, what does it look like when my sibling has a family already.

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Some of the family members may be qualified to immigrate with the principal applicant.

[@hilderamigo261]

Hi ma'am my sister is in the america and she invite me to go in THE USA for 20 days ma'am so what kind of visal iwill apply

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Sounds like a B visa to me.

[@user-zv1ce1ke2j]

Hi, I have a question. So my sister has US citizenship but she is my half sister. I am a minor (17 years old) and my sister just applied for my green card. We have the same mum, but diffrent dad. Does that make it more harder to get a green card and does it make a diffrence if I am a minor, can I get the green card much easier? And do I have to wait 15 years or will it be faster?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

It should still work. It does not matter that you are 17, and you will still have to wait 15 years.

[@ALLmightyCanes]

I need Help: I was born in the USA, and I am still a US Citizen. I have a half brother, from my father side, that was born in Nicaragua. He is in the USA on a TPS. I want to help him get a Green Card. I am over 21 and so is he, he is also married but his wife and 3 children are back in Nicaragua. I don’t know what to do, can you give me some advice.

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

There are a couple of issues to address - you can contact me for a consultation if you have more questions. The waiting time for a case like this is more than 15 years. In addition, we may have an issue if he crossed the border without inspection.

[@ALLmightyCanes]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer No was given US permission and is on a TPS, I didn’t it’s some work permit.

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@ALLmightyCanes Please feel free to contact me for a consultation. 404-325-5858 or [e-mail].

[@khomgurung5369]

Can u request an expedite request for siblings ? Thank u !

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Hi! You can but I doubt it will be approved.

[@jesssarmiento4771]

Hi, I'm currently in the US on a visitor visa. My sister is a US citizen. Can she file a visa sponsorship for me and can I stay in the US while waiting for the result of the petition?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

You won't be able to stay here for 15 years on a visitor's visa. You will need to have another status, and no nonimmigrant status will normally allow a 15 year stay.

[@zongkhan5169]

Really appreciate positivity in question.

[@rustythelegend2225]

Can my brother sponsor me if I already have a family and I have 2 small kids?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Yes.

[@papbalgobin1]

My brother is sponsoring me (U.S citizen) I’m in the UK. Is the wait time still 15 years from the UK?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Yes.

[@papbalgobin1]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer thank you for your response. would it be the same timeframe if my mum (U.S citizen “)wanted to file for me. From my understanding they can both file I-130 for me , just in case one of them pass away in future?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@papbalgobin1 No you need to read over the visa bulletin.

[@sameerasalman3086]

I want to apply my sister and her 2 minor sons iam us citizen what fo you recommend

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

You should be able to do that. Keep in mind that the processing time is 15 years right now.

[@rinajahan3625]

Hi.. my husband applied for his siblings in 2012.. how long will it take them to come to USA.. he’s us citizen and his siblings live in Bangladesh..

[@keepingitabuck]

I think she purposely didn’t give hard dates or estimates for a reason, brother/sister are the bottom of the preference list and will always take longer. I spoke to an attorney who told me 7-8 years. I saw online through some credible sources where one said min 5 years but usually 10 years and it seems like some people in the comment co-signed 10 or 15 years.

[@bisratalemayehu775]

My brather live in usa by what method we start procsses

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

If he is a U.S. citizen he can file an I-130 petition. We will be happy to help. 404-325-5858.

[@user-jb1ie2hv6o]

My sister United States America green card and me sponsoring please 🙏 answer please 🙏 answer

[@kumailshah740]

Hi my sister case on usa 2019 my I.130 prove and 797 notice come after 2yand 6month I am devoc I have one child 8y I am depend on my father month then my father and mother come to very soon usa but my case is not open I am alone in pak plz can possbal my viza get very soon because my case is very long wait I know that but I have some problem in alone pak can u advice plz maam I am worried u know must reply

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Unfortunately it cannot be expedited. The visa bulletin says that cases filed on or before 2007 can now get immigrant visas. I am sorry to hear of your situation and hope that you find a different solution.

[@nikhileshbomma2045]

Hi Audra I have completed my masters in USA in 2016.later in 2018 I have moved back to India due to medical treatment. My sister is a US Citizen can she sponsor me a GreenCard if so what will be the wait period

[@lovingsamantha9443]

Yes she can. The wait is based on your country priority date

[@roselahue8150]

Filed for my brother green card in 2017 , how long take??

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Depends on his country of birth. Minimum of 15 years.

[@MTAHMED44]

What documents required for bringing siblings to us ? Why is sooo long.

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Birth certificates for both, parents' marriage certificate if available is a start.

[@MTAHMED44]

Who can singe for birth witness? Like someone seen their birth.

[@keepingitabuck]

To why so long: Brother/Sister is at the bottom of preference list. I believe it’s cause the Us immigration only issues 65,000 visa “quota” every year. So there’s a small amount available and huge backlog too.

[@mandeepkanaujiya2981]

What is if one sibling is us citizen and another one is in f1 status in the us? What will be the process and will it take years for those causes too?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

It will take too long for that F-1 student to remain in status. You can sponsor them, but they are going to have to find a way to maintain their status after the F-1 is completed, or they will need to return to their home country to wait.

[@chirag2863]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyerhow can they do that?

[@fah2009ful]

Greetings... Kindly I need some advice about my I130 case, on March 02, 2022, it was approved, but now USCIS website says MY DOCUMENT WAS RETURNED TO USCIS, I asked the attorney who has submitted the petition in 2016, and said there is no problem and this will not affect your case. I request your kind advice. Best regards

[@keepingitabuck]

So it went from NVC back to USCIS? Or U.S Embassy back to USCIS?🤔 mmmh either way, I’m inclined to trust your attorney but I’m also curious to know what her advice will be. Also, are there any messages on your USCIS account for why that happened?

[@fah2009ful]

@@keepingitabuck Thanks for your reply, Yes I got a message on USCIS inquiry website saying the Post Office returned your document to us. We will hold your document for 180 days or until October 30, 2022. Please go to www.uscis.gov/e-request to request that we resend the document to you. If you do not submit an online request by October 30, 2022, we will destroy your document and you will need to file a new Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, with fee. The attorney said the document that was returned is your USCIS notice of approval, they sent it to your mother's address but she moved to a new house, he said I received this document and you should not worry about it.

[@keepingitabuck]

@@fah2009fulThis is quite interesting, I assumed they were referring to the documents/evidence you sent in for your application that is being returned to you, which they must do once they approve it and its waiting at NVC for US embassy interview. Those are your property and your applicant will need them at the interview. It didn’t sound like an approval letter from my understanding of what you said the message is 😬 don’t wanna freak you out cause he’s a professional at this and I’m not, but I’m also not 100% confident in that answer, I’d research more to avoid case closure and having to start all over.

[@fah2009ful]

@@keepingitabuck Thanks dear ... God bless you

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@fah2009ful It sounds like they mailed you a card and it was not delivered to you, then it was sent back to USCIS.

[@Ddnhan9876]

I didnt recieve any notice. How do i contact uscis? Thanks

[@avp.777]

Make login to uscis

[@GK1520]

i am 38 years old married and my brother is a green card holder. now can he sponger me?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

No he cannot, he is not yet a U.S. citizen.

[@danielepassos4685]

I'm from Brazil, my sister, an American citizen, is asking for the green card for me, can you tell me how long it can take? my favorite date November 13, 2016

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Yes. The priority date is 2007. 2016 - 2007 = 9 so nine more years, unfortunately.

[@danielepassos4685]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer Did you happen to see that they left before the priority date? Thank you 😁

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@danielepassos4685 Hello! I am not sure what you mean.

[@carlossalgado9627]

My sister is here already but she has work permit only What’s the next step?

[@carlossalgado9627]

Thanks I’m advance

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

it sounds like she may not be in a valid status that would permit her to adjust her status to lawful permanent resident. You may only be able to submit the I-130 petition, she may not be eligible to get a green card in the United States. If you would like to discuss the details of her case please contact us at 404-325-5858 or [e-mail].

[@aamirbaig2899]

i am US citizen and want to apply for my sister who's age is 26, does age matter when we apply for siblings

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Age does not matter.

[@nimarkaur2543]

I am US citizen. I am filing for my brothers biological brother. He was born in India and currently permanent resident for Canada. What should I chose for question 61 and 62?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Is your brother's biological brother also your brother? If not, you may not have a case.

[@subhanilamahewa9894]

Hi I’m Subhani Lamahewa I’m in Sri Lanka my sister is USA Citizen and she applied for this category for me and to my brother it’s taking 10 years now she applied in 2013 but no answer how long Will it take And Please let what should she do now

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

She should check the Visa Bulletin F4 category every month. Please go find that document via google. The waiting time is 15 years.

[@dyalasoudah2495]

My brother applied for me in 2014 how long will it take approximately??

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Check out the visa bulletin. It will be several more years. travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal/visa-law0/visa-bulletin/2023/visa-bulletin-for-march-2023.html

[@theamazingkuyablu0313]

Hello Audra, i’m just curious and want to know the truth. Coz I heard that If the petitioner will die the petition will be canceled? Thank you for your help.

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

You can reach out to me for a consultation if you like, 404-325-5858.

[@user-mb4yy8dr5k]

مرحبا أبنت اخي مواطنه امريكيةهل تستطيع تقديم طلب لي بالدخول الى الولايات المتحده الامريكيه كوني عم لها

[@vickynarag7031]

Hi maam, my sister is a US Citizen i have a US Visa tourist visa..can my sister applied me for a green card by applyng I1-30 i have been in US for 3 times already..pls let me know how long will be waiting..

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Yes you can. The problem is that your visitor's status will not last for 15 years. You will have to consular process and be out of the U.S. most of the time.

[@northblue8216]

My Sister is American and she is about to sponsor me. I am 52 years. Lived in NY and went to school in da Bronx from 1982 - 1988. I have a valid US SocSec, worked for a couple US companies, paid taxes, etc. Does any of those things enhance the I-130 application? Waiting 15 years seems like cruel and unusual punishment.

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Unfortunately not. Congress set up this system to give priority to family members who are closer in relationship.

[@northblue8216]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer Yes, I understand, but you can't get closer than blood, unless you're adopted. In that case, makes sense. If a direct blood relationship is evident, and you're employable, then I see no valid reason why you should have to wait 15 long grueling years. In 2022, information age, you should have to wait no more than 6 months to 3 years. It appears you are being unjustly penalized for following the letter of the law, when in point of fact, you should be thanked and rewarded for your compliance. Are they bonding the processing fee's and 15 years is when the bonds mature? I have to ask silly questions like that because the law is silly and it goes against the spirit and everything the Statue of Liberty represents. She's not on her knee's, so why should we be?

[@emmaura]

@@northblue8216 Those are my same questions and feelings. Thanks for saying all that.

[@lovingsamantha9443]

@north blue. Going through the same process. Get yourself a good lawyer, if you were here prior to 2001, did not commit any crimes, maintained legal status during that time, you may qualify for adjustment under the INA 245 (i) law. It may help to speed up your case. Not a promise but look into it.

[@northblue8216]

@@lovingsamantha9443 Hi Samantha. Seen two lawyers back in 1988 and again when I was back in the US studying in the 90's and they both told me the same thing... "If you came into the US legally, there is nothing I can do for you, sorry. That'll be 250.00. Have a nice day." :-)) So, I had to go back home so my Sister could in turn, come and study. So it's been about what, 20 years now, apart from visiting the US every now and again, so I don't think INA 245 will apply in my case. No, I have no record, committed no crimes and why is that such a hard thing for military recruiters to believe, I don't know. Thanks very much...

[@sahilkhanonly1]

i have a green card and i want to sponsor my little brother in usa How long it will take

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Unfortunately you cannot sponsor your brother. You must be a U.S. citizen.

[@keepingitabuck]

If you have a parents or half-parent that is a U.S citizen, they can sponsor them and the process is shorter (2-3 years best case scenario I believe). But yea otherwise, you’ll have to wait to be a citizen, naturalization and etc.

[@jaskaransahi8837]

Can I sponsored my sister 32 years old fully disabled dependent on my father and mother she also a disabled certificate from government,, if yes how can ,,, if no ,, what is the easy way for her

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Please reach out to us for a consultation. 404-325-5858. You can sponsor her but it is going to take a long time.

[@anitaiyer3434]

I’m in the same boat My mother has passed away recently and I have a dependent sister and father in India I’m a citizen but after consulting couple of attorneys found that once you start GC petition for sibling they may not be eligible for visitor visa , currently my sister has visitor visa which allows her to come over and stay with me at least for few months once that expires in next 2 years if I were to re apply visitor visa if I have GC petition they will deny the visa So it’s long wait for GC without having option for them to visit in the meantime That is my understanding Did you make any progress on ur Case? Please let me know

[@Freaky_bling]

Can my sister she is us citizen sponsor me to usa and my parents at same time and im 17

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

She can sponsor all of you but the waiting times are vastly different.

[@venezuelapaul]

What if the siblings are 16 years old The waiting time is still 20 years ?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Yes, age does not matter.

[@venezuelapaul]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer thanks

[@VictorUbe-rg8jn]

Please bow many years do i have to wait.... F4 2009 Nigeria

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

2+ years

[@VictorUbe-rg8jn]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer thank you very much madam Am the derivative beneficiary And am over 21 Am really scared madam

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@VictorUbe-rg8jn I hope you are able to get through!

[@sidaniobendras]

Hi, my sister is a green card holder. Would I be eligible to get a work permit to work and stay in the US ?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Unfortunately not.

[@sashagaygooden7342]

Hi am here on a b1/b2 visa with my son who did a transplant can my brother sponsor me

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Yes but you won't be able to stay here to wait for the case to be completed. You will need to go home when your visit is complete.

[@muradlalani9263]

Can I sponser my aunt she is 77 sick I will fully support financially could i

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Unfortunately you cannot sponsor her directly for a green card.

[@rajendrashah54]

Cn us citizen cn sponser cousin brother ?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

No.

[@johnzskytv1711]

Hi, can a US citizen petition his/her siblings below 18years old? And what is the process? Thanks

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Yes. It's the same process as for adults.

[@johnzskytv1711]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer ohhhh isee .... And waiting time is the same right???? Thanks so much....

[@aftabali-ru2qm]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer what is the total time for Pakistan for f4 category still waiteng 13 years no welcome latter

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@aftabali-ru2qm 15 years currently.

[@aftabali-ru2qm]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer my case is still in nvc for the last 8 years no welcome letter when to expect welcome latter

[@usamakhald3822]

Hi

[@ghanashyam3]

I-130 (filled in 2019)is approved for my brother and we got the Welcome email from NVC with CEAC case and invoice ID number to submit the related documents, pays fee and DS-260. My embassy is Kathmandu, Nepal. I am wondering, are my brothers are expecting the interviews within one year?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

No I do not think so.

[@abhinavomshrestha2385]

Hello

[@abhinavomshrestha2385]

Hello ,kahan ho ghar?

[@robertolopez9483]

My mom have 16 waiting, is that normal? My uncle is the one who is sponsoring her petition.

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Her uncle is not able to file a petition for her? Who filed the I-130 petition for her?

[@robertolopez9483]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer i said MY uncle aka her brother and the petition was approve in 2007 in Mexico

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@robertolopez9483 Got it. Please go read the Visa Bulletin for the F4 category for her country.

[@robertolopez9483]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer thanks

[@saritaregmi3955]

Hi,i am from nepal. my sister applied i-130 visa (2012 from california ). but our case was still received . is that any possible to get early visa ?Pls reply me

[@queenstown8677]

My sister applied me in 2014 but still your case was received plz message me if your case approved I want to know how long does it take?

[@queenstown8677]

And I am from Nepal too

[@saritaregmi3955]

No need to wait for visa. i think they don't give visa 😔😔😔

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@saritaregmi3955 They do give the visa but you have to wait in line. The line is millions of people long.

[@mudassirkhan7879]

My elder brother U.S citizen. My age is 19years how many time it's take in bring me in U.S. plz reply

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

At least 15 years.

[@mudassirkhan7879]

Can my brother send me visit visa

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@mudassirkhan7879 No. This video will help you understand. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4C5i4iBmsmWmLc

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@mudassirkhan7879 And this video: fb.watch/daa3WMqTrc/

[@jamiebell7826]

Can I enter the US on a graduate or H-1B visa while waiting on my sibling sponsorship to be processed?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Yes. You will only be allowed to remain in the U.S. while you have a valid nonimmigrant status. The pending I-130 is not a status.

[@rajeshripatel987]

Thank you so much. My father filed for my brother in 2009 for Usa immigration. We paid visa fee and all the documents are approved. Priority date is passed for f3 visa. How long will it take? N VC stated they will let us know in advance 30 days. We paid visa fee about two years ago. Also my father is retired and he is in india. I am sponsoring my brother along with my father. Does my father have to be here When my brother comes here in USA? Please advise. Thank you

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Please reach out for a consultation. 404-325-5858. Best regards.

[@Joy_braid]

Hello can i co sponsor an immigrant who is your sister in law into the USA?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

yes.

[@Joy_braid]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer oh thanks

[@Joy_braid]

Please what form will that be?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@Joy_braidI-130

[@nidakhan2530]

I'm a us citizen can I apply for me 14 years old???

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Your sibling? Yes.

[@keepingitabuck]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer Hi Audra 👋🏾 to piggy back off that, if she files for her while she’s 14, will it matter once the sibling turns 21 while still waiting for the visa? Or just as long as she filed before sibling turns 21?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@keepingitabuck It won't. She will still be a sibling of a U.S. citizen and in the F4 category. Turning 21 matters if the person being sponsored is a "child" for immigration purposes.

[@keepingitabuck]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer thank you!! *goes back and edit anywhere I may have falsely said that* 😅

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@keepingitabuck No worries! Have a good day.

[@arvindvishwanath1978]

I am US citizen now. Can I sponsor my sister (age : 40year and married) from India.

[@ShiverZZZ666]

Sure but it'll take at least 17-18 years 😅😅

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@ShiverZZZ666You're right. It's really slow.

[@user-yh1si5vk4x]

Can i sponsor my cousin

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

No you cannot.

[@franciscols88]

not worth the wait time ...

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Some people do decide that.

[@xgamingfreefire7551]

Mam does visit visa possible

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Yes it is, but I believe only 50% of the cases or less will be approved. They deny many of these applications because applicants cannot demonstrate that they plan to return to their home country.

[@xgamingfreefire7551]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer aaa, understand but I've good funds

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

@@xgamingfreefire7551 Okay. Good luck!

[@xgamingfreefire7551]

@@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer thank you mam

[@emmavicente6406]

Whst is the priority date now?

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Check the Visa Bulletin. travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal/visa-law0/visa-bulletin/2022/visa-bulletin-for-august-2022.html

[@AliKhan-xx2mm]

Why not the US STOP CATOGERY F4 IMMIGRATION. IT MAKES NO SENSE to wait for 50 years. It is better to enter iligally and get it quickly 😂😂😂

[@AudraDoyleImmigrationLawyer]

Wow. I can't condone breaking the law. By law you must have permission to and be inspected to enter the U.S. There are a lot of proposals to eliminate the F-4 category.