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How long does it take for a I-130 to be approved?
5 to 9 month
Most Form I-130 petitions for immediate relatives are approved within a 5 to 9 month time frame, but they can take longer in some cases. If you are in the United States and also filed an application to adjust status, USCIS will begin reviewing Form I-485 at this point.
How much does it cost to file I-130 and i-485 together?
Concurrent Filing I-130 and I-485 Fees
| Form I-130 | $535 |
|---|---|
| Form I-485 | $1,225 |
What documents do I need for I-130?
As a U.S. citizen, you have to submit a photocopy of a birth certificate, passport, certificate of citizenship, naturalization certificate, or consular report of birth abroad. Lawful permanent residents must submit a photocopy of both sides of your green card or other permanent residence proof.
Can I stay in the US while waiting for I-130?
While the sponsor is waiting for the I-130 petition to be approved, the relative may be able to travel to the United States on a tourist visa, such as a visa waiver or a B-1/B-2 visitor visa. However, it’s important they make it clear to immigration when they enter that they will leave before this visa expires.
How much is the I 485 fee?
| If You Are… | Form Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Under 14 and not filing with the I-485 application of at least one parent | $1,140 | $1,140 |
| Age 14–78 | $1,140 | $1,225 |
| Age 79 or older | $1,140 | $1,140 |
| Filing Form I-485 based on having been admitted to the United States as a refugee | $0 | $0 |
Can you travel if I-130 is approved?
However, if your I-130 petition is approved and you have filed for adjustment of status or you concurrently filed I-130 and I-485 and they are in pending status then traveling outside the U.S. will result in abandoning your application.
Can I file I-130 by myself?
WASHINGTON – U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today announced that petitioners can now complete and file Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, online. Online filing allows aliens to submit forms electronically, check the status of their case, and receive notices from USCIS.
Is it better to file I-130 online or paper?
Submitting documents online is naturally faster than sending them through the mail. However, nothing else about the Form I-130 process is different. Filing the form online does not speed up the government’s review process, nor does it change what authorities want to see.
How much does it cost to submit Form I-130?
The filing fee for the I-130 petition is (as of 2020) set at $535. If you are sponsoring more than one family member who qualifies as an “immediate relative,” you will have to file a separate I-130 petition and filing fee for each one. An “immediate relative” is the spouse or unmarried child under the age of 21 of a U.S. citizen.
What is the fee to submit the i130 form?
You can either pay with one (1) check, in which case you pay 1760.00 for all forms. Or, you can pay with two (2) checks, in which case you pay for the I-130 fee, $535.00, on the first check, and the combined I-485 fee and biometrics fees, $1225.00, on the second check. Or you can pay with two (2) G-1450 Credit Card forms.
What is the filing fee for the I – 130?
The filing fee for Form I-130 is $535. The filing fee for this petition cannot be waived. NOTE: The filing fee is not refundable, regardless of any action USCIS takes on this petition. You must submit all fees in the exact amounts.
What is the average time to process an I-130?
When it comes to processing times for Form I-130 Petition for Alien Relative, it also can be slow. As of mid-2020, it took from seven to 22 months on average for USCIS to process this form.