QUESTION
Can my brother, who is a US citizen, petition me for a permanent residency if I am an international student?
Asked on Apr 29th, 2013 on Immigration - Florida
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Immigration and Naturalization Attorney serving San Diego, CA
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Yes but the waiting period is 12+ years depending what country you are from and just petitioning does not allow you to remain here unless you have a nonimmigrant status such as your student status.
Answered on Apr 30th, 2013 at 11:57 PM
Yes but there is at least a 10 year wait. Also, the law may be changing.
Answered on Apr 30th, 2013 at 11:37 PM
Your brother can petition for you but currently the processing times for a brother of a US citizen to qualify for a green card are about 10-12 years.
Answered on Apr 30th, 2013 at 9:40 PM
Adebola O. Asekun
Yes, your US citizen brother can file a petition for you that when approved will get you and your immediate family members eligible for green card. The process takes a long time and so, it is important that your brother should file it for you right away.
Answered on Apr 30th, 2013 at 8:33 PM
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He can petition for you but you will have to wait over 10 years before you can apply to become a resident.
Answered on Apr 30th, 2013 at 8:04 PM
A US Citizen can petition a sibling. Unfortunately, the waiting time period for a visa is quite lengthy.
Answered on Apr 30th, 2013 at 8:01 PM