QUESTION
How long does an American citizen need to live in the US in order to start a petition for her for his parents?
Asked on Jan 15th, 2015 on Immigration - New York
3 ANSWERS
Bruce A. Coane
On the I-130 visa petition, there is no requirement about how long the petitioner has resided in the USA.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2015 at 7:23 PM
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Immediately upon turning 21 years of age. There is no residency requirement for the U.S. citizen to file for their parents.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2015 at 7:13 PM
There is no time limit. The petitioner has to be 21 in this case.
Answered on Jan 16th, 2015 at 4:48 AM