Immigration Law

There are four (4) preference categories of family sponsored visas. These categories are subject to numerical limits causing relatively long waiting lines, particularly for applicants born in India, Mexico, the Philippines and mainland China.

First Preference: Unmarried, adult (over 21 years of age) sons and daughters of United States citizens.

Second Preference: Spouses and minor children (under 21) of permanent residents, and unmarried adult sons and daughters of permanent residents.

Third Preference: Married sons and daughters of United States citizens.

Fourth Preference: Brothers and sisters of United States citizens who are 21 years of age or older.