QUESTION
Since my father is not willing to cooperate, can I file a petition for my mother?
Asked on Aug 14th, 2016 on Immigration - Texas
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My father filed a petition for my mother several years ago, but he hasn't file the affidavit of support. I know the case haven't been dropped since my mother always calls. I am a US citizen with a job and I attend to school.
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Yes. You can sponsor your mother. You also can get a joint sponsor if your income is too small.
Answered on Sep 08th, 2016 at 6:16 PM
Generally a U.S. citizen age 21 or older may sponsor a parent for immigration benefits in the Immediate Relative visa category. Beyond the U.S. citizen's age, there are many other details that can determine eligibility for this type of application. If the U.S. citizen does not have sufficient documentable income to meet the requirements for an Affidavit of Support, it would be possible to have another person serve as a "joint sponsor" in that application process. Generally a joint sponsor may be any U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident who has sufficient documentable income and who is willing to assume the responsibilities specified in the Affidavit of Support.
Answered on Sep 08th, 2016 at 6:16 PM
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You can start a new petition for your mother, but you have to be at least 21 years of age. You will also need to submit an affidavit of support when your mother applies for her immigrant visa. If you do not meet the minimum financial requirement, you or your mother will can use up to 2 joint sponsors to meet the requirement.
Answered on Sep 08th, 2016 at 12:15 PM