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See how U.S. citizens can get Green Cards for parents, including eligibility, I-130, IR-5, costs, and approval steps.

See the Form I-130 process after filing, including receipt notice, USCIS review, RFE, decision, and what happens next.

Learn how concurrent I-130 and I-485 filing works, who qualifies, filing steps, fees, and what happens after filing.

Learn how to file Form I-130 for your spouse, who can file, what forms are required, and how the process works.

Learn how to file Form I-130 for a parent, who can file, key steps, separate petitions, and what happens after approval.

Learn who can file Form I-130, which relatives qualify, and the eligibility rules for U.S. citizens and Green Card holders.

Check the documents needed for Form I-130, including relationship evidence, translations, photos and supporting records.

Check USCIS case status online, understand updates, troubleshoot issues, and know what to do when your case is delayed.