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Questions about Family Based Visa
Straight answers related to this visa.
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My income proof documents are not accepted. What now?
If your income proof documents were not accepted, review the documents, consider co-sponsors, and seek professional guidance to ensure proper compliance with financial requirements.
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My LPR spouse does not earn enough. Can we combine the beneficiary”s income?
The beneficiary''s income cannot be combined with the LPR sponsor''s; alternatives include co-sponsors or joint sponsors to meet financial requirements.
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My LPR spouse has no taxes because they were abroad. What should I do?
Check your absent LPR spouse''s tax obligations and regularize any pending issues to ensure a solid sponsorship compliant with U.S. laws.
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My parents cannot sponsor me under F2B if they are not yet residents, right?
Parents can only sponsor children under the F2B category if they are permanent residents; without a Green Card, it is not possible to start the process.
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My parents, one is a citizen and the other is an LPR. Which one sponsors me in F1?
If one of your parents is a U.S. citizen, he or she can sponsor you in the F1 category, as the citizen status offers legal advantages compared to the LPR.
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My passport expires in 3 months, can I schedule an F4 interview?
To avoid problems at the F4 visa interview, renew your passport if it expires in less than six months; always keep your documents within the standards required by the U.S.
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My petitioner has passed away. What now?
Even after the petitioner''s death, it is possible, in certain cases, to continue the immigration process by following legal norms and seeking specialized guidance.
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My sponsor did not submit the IRS, only the W-2. Is this sufficient?
For Family Based Visa, submitting only the W-2 may be insufficient. It is recommended to include IRS forms to prove stable income and avoid delays in the process.
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My sponsor doesn”t speak English, can I fill out the I-864 for him?
Sponsor who does not speak English can sign the I-864 but must understand the document; translation assistance is allowed, under supervision, to ensure accuracy and avoid risks.
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My sponsor has a green card and lives abroad. Can he sponsor F2A?
The sponsor with a green card must prove domicile in the U.S. to sponsor the F2A visa; living abroad may complicate or prevent the process without a clear intention to return.
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My sponsor has debts, does this prevent F2A?
Sponsor''s debts do not prevent the F2A visa, provided that he proves adequate income and financial capacity as required by the U.S. government.
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My sponsor in F3 does not read emails. Does it harm?
The sponsor''s lack of attention to reading emails can delay the F3 process. It is crucial to maintain active communication and strictly follow official requirements.
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My sponsor is a citizen but does not live in the US. Can they sponsor F1?
Citizen sponsor outside the US can sponsor F1 if they prove domicile in the country or plan to return, ensuring compliance with legal immigration requirements.
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My sponsor is a nurse abroad. Does his income count?
The income of a nurse abroad can be considered for immigration, provided that legal requirements are met and proper documentation is presented.
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My sponsor is a volunteer, without salary. What should I do?
Volunteer sponsor without salary must prove income from other sources, seek a co-sponsor, or consider assets to meet Affidavit of Support requirements and ensure legal compliance.
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My sponsor is my mother who is a citizen, but I was born before she naturalized. Can I be F1?
Eligibility for the F1 visa depends on your age, status, and whether your mother naturalized while you were still a minor and a legal resident in the U.S.
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My sponsor is my resident father. He doesn”t speak English. Is this a problem?
The fact that your father does not speak English does not harm the Family Based visa process, as long as documents are correct and all legal requirements are met.
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My sponsor is undergoing bankruptcy. Does this prevent F2B?
A sponsor undergoing bankruptcy does not automatically prevent the F2B visa, but requires careful analysis and, if necessary, additional financial support.
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My sponsor is unemployed. Can they sponsor an F1 visa?
An unemployed sponsor can sponsor an F1 visa if they prove sufficient financial resources through assets, ensuring full coverage of the student's expenses.
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My sponsor lives in another state and we rarely see each other. Does this harm the F1?
The sponsor's distance and the frequency of meetings do not harm the application, as long as the relationship is clearly and consistently proven.