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OMB No. 1615-0012; Expires 12/31/2015 Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services I-130, Petition for Alien Relative DO NOT WRITE IN THIS BLOCK FOR USCIS OFFICE ONLY

How to fill out i- 130 petition for

How to fill out i-130 petition for:

1. Start by downloading the current version of Form I-130 from the official U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website.
2. Carefully read the instructions accompanying the form. Make sure you understand all the requirements and eligibility criteria.
3. Begin by accurately completing Part 1 of the form, which includes personal information about the petitioner (the U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident filing the petition).
4. Proceed to Part 2, where you provide information about the beneficiary (the foreign national for whom the petition is being filed), including their relationship to the petitioner.
5. Gather all the required supporting documents as listed in the form instructions. This may include proof of the petitioner's U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, evidence of the petitioner's relationship to the beneficiary, and any other supporting documents necessary for the specific case.
6. Attach the supporting documents to the completed form in accordance with the instructions and organize them in the order specified.
7. Review the form and all attached documents to ensure accuracy and completeness. Make sure all required fields are filled out, and all necessary signatures are provided.
8. Make a copy of the entire completed form and all supporting documents for your records.
9. Check the USCIS website for the most up-to-date filing fee and include the appropriate payment with the form. If eligible, you may request a fee waiver or reduced fee by submitting a separate form and supporting documentation.
10. Finally, mail the completed form, accompanying documents, and payment to the appropriate USCIS address, as provided in the form instructions.

Who needs i-130 petition for:

1. U.S. citizens who wish to sponsor their immediate relatives, such as spouses, parents, and unmarried children under the age of 21, for lawful permanent residency in the United States.
2. Lawful permanent residents (green card holders) who want to petition for their spouse or unmarried children under the age of 21 to become lawful permanent residents.
3. U.S. citizens who want to file a petition for their siblings.

Note: The specific eligibility requirements, supporting documents, and procedures may vary depending on the petitioner's immigration status and the beneficiary's relationship to the petitioner. It is essential to carefully review the instructions and consult with an immigration attorney if necessary.

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What is i- 130 petition for?

The i-130 petition is a form required by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for sponsoring a relative to immigrate to the United States.

Who is required to file i- 130 petition for?

Any U.S. citizen or permanent resident who wants to petition for their eligible family member to immigrate to the United States needs to file the i-130 petition.

How to fill out i- 130 petition for?

To fill out the i-130 petition, you need to complete the form with accurate information about both the petitioner and the beneficiary. This includes personal details, immigration status, relationship proof, and supporting documentation.

What is the purpose of i- 130 petition for?

The purpose of the i-130 petition is to establish a valid familial relationship between the petitioner and the beneficiary, serving as the first step in the process of family-based immigration to the United States.

What information must be reported on i- 130 petition for?

The i-130 petition requires information such as names, addresses, biographical details, immigration history, marriage or birth certificates, proof of relationship, and supporting documentation as requested by the USCIS.