QUESTION
Should I petition through my child or by myself?
Asked on Dec 30th, 2011 on Immigration - California
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I have been a permanent resident for over 20 years, lived in California for 40 years, in good standing. which is easier for me, can I apply with through my 21 year old petioning me or on my own, I have been living with my partner who supports me since I last worked, we have a child together. We pay taxes, own a home and do everthing together as married.
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What are you looking to petition for? If you are already a permanent resident, are you talking about applying for US citizenship? If so, you need neither your child nor your spouse. You just apply on your own. If you are talking about something else, please clarify what you mean. Please let me know if you have any additional questions or how I can be of further assistance to you in this matter.
Answered on Jul 08th, 2013 at 1:15 AM
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If you are a permanent resident why do you need someone's petition?
Answered on Jul 02nd, 2013 at 3:16 AM
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If you are talking about citizenship then you can only apply through yourself to naturalize. Not a hard process.
Answered on Jan 18th, 2012 at 8:09 AM
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Your email is unclear as to what is your immigration status. If you are a US permanent resident, you do not need to apply for anything. If not, and if your 21 old son is a US citizen, I would suggest for him to apply for green card for you.
Answered on Jan 11th, 2012 at 10:09 AM
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You are only allowed to self petition under rare circumstances. If you have a USC child over 21 or spouse, then that person may sponsor you. Be sure to have a full consult with a competent immigration attorney to ensure that you meet all eligibility requirements for this category. For example if you entered without inspection, then you may be unable to file here.
Answered on Jan 10th, 2012 at 8:49 AM
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You cannot petition yourself and it seems that your only option is through your son unless you have been living in the U.S. since prior to 1/1/72. The big question is do you have to leave the country or not. We need more info about you in order to answer the question.
Answered on Jan 10th, 2012 at 8:47 AM
It is not what you seek to apply for. Immigration wise is citizenship the only application left for you if you are already a permanent resident. You do not need someone petitioning you for naturalization.
Answered on Jan 10th, 2012 at 8:45 AM