Orlando Family Visa Attorneys
We Can Help You Keep Your Family Together
As a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, you may be able to sponsor relatives living in another country to receive family visas and immigrate to the United States.
Many factors influence the ease and speed of this process:
- The relationship between you and your family members
- Whether you are a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident
- In some cases, your family’s country of origin
At Lim Law, P.A., we offer free in-person consultations for new clients. Call our family visa lawyers in Maitland and Orlando today at (407) 512-9919.
Immediate Relative Immigration Visas
If you are a U.S. citizen (not a lawful permanent resident), you may sponsor the following relatives:
- Your spouse
- Your parent(s) if you are a minimum of 21 years of age
- Your unmarried children under 21 years
- An orphan adopted abroad or to be adopted in the U.S.
The U.S. sets no limits on the number of your close relatives who may emigrate from any country. If they legally enter the United States, close relatives are free to accept employment.
Family Preference Immigration Visas
If you are a U.S. citizen, your more distant family members may be able to apply for certain Family Preference visas. If you are a lawful permanent resident, these visas may provide immigration opportunities for certain family members. The government sets a limit on the number of visas available in each category. Be prepared for a wait time extending up to several years.
Family Preference Categories
Note: When a child marries or reaches the age of 21 years, s/he is no longer considered a minor and is referred to as a “son” or “daughter.”
- Category Family 1: Unmarried sons and daughters of U.S. citizens, and their minor children, if any.
- Category Family 2: Spouses, minor children, and unmarried sons and daughters (age 21 and over) of legal permanent residents.
- Category Family 3: Married sons and daughters of U.S. citizens, their spouses, and their minor children.
- Category Family 4: Brothers and sisters of U.S. citizens age 21 and over, their spouses and their minor children. U.S. citizens must be age 21 years or over.
Conditional Permanent Residence for Spouses
If you are a U.S. citizen and you and your spouse have been married two years or less, he/she will be granted conditional permanent residence status. This conditional status lasts for two years, dating from the time your spouse becomes a legal resident.
You and your spouse must apply together to remove the conditions on your spouse’s residence. You must file your application during the 90 days before the expiration date on your spouse’s Green Card. Failure to apply in this time frame could mean your spouse loses conditional resident status and may be removed from the country.
Minors (your unmarried children/stepchildren under 21) are also considered conditional residents. They must also file a petition to cancel their conditional status. As parents who hold conditional resident status, you can include your minor children in your request for removal of the residency conditions.
Affidavit of Financial Support
If you are a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident sponsoring relatives for family immigrant visas, you must complete an affidavit of support for each applicant. This form is proof you can adequately support your family at an income level at or above 125 percent of the federal poverty level.
If your household income does not meet minimum requirements, other assets such as evidence of checking and savings accounts, stocks, bonds, or property may support your claim. Another person may be asked to act as co-sponsor.
Offering services in English, Spanish, French, Mandarin, and Cantonese, our dedicated Orlando family visa attorneys can help many clients in their native language. Contact us today.
Attorneys
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Henry Lim, Esq.Founding Attorney
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Rafael Ortiz-Segura
Of Counsel
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Henye S. Perez
Attorney
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Michelle Villagran
Attorney
Testimonials
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Margarett G., via Facebook
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Rosario L., via Facebook
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Lily G., via Google
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Giuliana P., via Google
I truly recommend him to anyone trying to get their citizenship.
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Julia B., via Facebook
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Julie D., via Google
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Eduardo R., via Google
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Ana B., via Google
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M.A., via Google
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Giovanni C., via Google
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Lu K., via Google
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Stefan M., via Facebook
If you are looking for someone who will handle your immigration issues with personal concern and a high degree of integrity, I would recommend this firm.
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Martin L., via Google
His staff is very friendly and everyone there strives to make sure any question or concern you may have gets answered.
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Lisa S., via Google
Mr. Lim was able to walk me through this very complicated process as easy as possible.
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Rosario L., via Facebook
En las Oficinas de Lim Law,P.A Usted encontrará a los mejores Abogados de Inmigración.
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