QUESTION
Is it possible for my family to apply for any kind of visa so they can come to the US?
Asked on Jul 31st, 2013 on Immigration - Texas
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I have applied for H1 B visa from India however the problem is my family members are dependent on me consisting of my parents and brother.
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Only a spouse and unmarried children under 21 can accompany you on what would be an H-4 visa. Your parents and brother could apply for a visitor visa, but that is limited in time. Could you support them by sending money to them in India?
Answered on Aug 06th, 2013 at 9:37 PM
Adebola O. Asekun
As a H-1b nonimmigrant, only your wife and children under 21 can come here to join you as H-4. Other family members including your parents can come to the US only in their own right if they have a visa. Consult with an experienced immigration attorney to discuss the immigration options that may be availing to your parents.
Answered on Aug 06th, 2013 at 9:37 PM
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There is no visa category for parents and brothers of H1B
Answered on Aug 06th, 2013 at 9:37 PM
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Unfortunately, only your spouse and children can accompany you on H-4 visa as your dependents when you come to the U.S. on an H-1B visa. As for your parents and brother, they can try and get a visitor visa, but that is of fairly short duration, so they wouldn't be able to stay with you for the duration of your H-1B status.
Answered on Aug 06th, 2013 at 9:37 PM