I-130 Checklist

What is i-130 checklist?

An i-130 checklist is a document that helps individuals who are applying to sponsor a family member for permanent residence in the United States (also known as a green card) gather all the necessary documents and evidence to support their application.

What are the types of i-130 checklist?

There are different types of i-130 checklists based on the specific relationship between the petitioner (the sponsor) and the beneficiary (the family member seeking the green card). The common types of i-130 checklists include:

Checklist for Spouse
Checklist for Child
Checklist for Parent
Checklist for Sibling

How to complete i-130 checklist

Completing an i-130 checklist involves the following steps:

01
Read the instructions: Carefully read the instructions provided with the i-130 checklist to understand the requirements and gather the necessary documents.
02
Gather supporting documents: Collect all the essential documents, such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, and proof of relationship, as listed in the checklist.
03
Complete the forms: Fill out the required immigration forms accurately and thoroughly. Double-check for any errors or missing information.
04
Attach supporting evidence: Organize and attach the supporting documents to the appropriate sections of the checklist.
05
Review and submit: Review the completed i-130 checklist and supporting documents to ensure everything is in order. Submit the checklist and documents to the appropriate immigration authorities.

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Questions & answers

In preparing your packet, remember: Do not use binders or folders that we cannot easily disassemble. Use fasteners to hold together thick or bulky applications or petitions. Sticky tabs assist in locating items listed as attachments. Do not use heavy-duty staples. instead use fasteners or heavy clips.
Speed. One of the most compelling reasons that applicants use USCIS online filing is speed. When you fill in the answers and click submit, USCIS has your application or petition. It's same-day filing.
As of 2022, the USCIS processing time for Form I-130 range between 5 months and 10 years.
After filing Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, the approval process can take anywhere from 5 to 12 months for immediate relatives and could take several years for family preference categories. This is an approximation.
You can file Form I-130 online even if your relative is in the United States and will file Form I-485 by mail. Once you submit your Form I-130 online, we will send a receipt notice to your USCIS online account. Provide a copy of the receipt notice to your relative to include in their Form I-485 packet.
If you don't send it to the right address, your application will be rejected and sent back to be filed correctly. You can opt to send it either via the U.S. Postal Service, FedEx, DHL, or UPS.