QUESTION
Can a green card holder apply for his married son's immigration visa?
Asked on Apr 06th, 2013 on Immigration - Texas
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I am green card holder. My son is 32 years old and his wife is living in Pakistan. Can I apply for their immigration visa?
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No a green card holder can only petition for a spouse, and children who are unmarried. In order to petition for a married child, one has to be a US citizen.
Answered on Apr 10th, 2013 at 1:21 AM
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No, you need to be a U.S. citizen to sponsor your married son.
Answered on Apr 09th, 2013 at 12:06 AM
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Only a USC can apply for a married child's permanent residence. Although the category is very delayed, I would strongly urge such filings. This category - adult married children of USC - may be eliminated if immigration legislation succeeds. All those cases previously filed will be honored. If legal assistance is required, we can be reached at info@oltarsh.com
Answered on Apr 08th, 2013 at 8:44 PM
No. The law does not allow this. Only a citizen can apply for his married sons/ daughters.
Answered on Apr 07th, 2013 at 9:40 PM
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Unfortunately, green card holders cannot petition for their married sons and daughters. They can, however, if their sons or daughters were to get divorced and remain unmarried until they receive their residency or until the petitioner becomes a naturalized citizen.
Answered on Apr 07th, 2013 at 9:35 PM