Do I Need A Lawyer To File Form I-130?
TL;DR: You are not required to hire a lawyer to file Form I-130, and a clean, straightforward case can [...]
How Long Does Form I-130 Take? Processing Times Explained
TL;DR: As of mid-2026, a Form I-130 for an immediate relative of a U.S. citizen generally takes 10 to [...]
How To Fill Out Your Form I-130 Step By Step
TL;DR: Form I-130 has nine parts spread across twelve pages, and most problems come from small inconsistencies, not hard [...]
Can A Deported Parent Take A Child Abroad?
Summary: A deported parent may be able to take a U.S.-citizen child abroad, but custody orders, the other parent’s [...]
Petition For Parents: Bringing Your Mother or Father Home
TL;DR: Only a U.S. citizen who is at least 21 can petition for a parent, and a parent counts [...]
Why USCIS Sent A Second Prima Facie Notice
TL;DR: A second Prima Facie Notice usually means USCIS renewed your Notice of Prima Facie Case while your VAWA [...]
