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Family-Based Immigration


Learn everything about family-based immigration, including visa options, green card applications, sponsorship requirements, and step-by-step guidance to reunite with your loved ones.


The K-1 Visa, Explained

April 6, 2025

A K-1Ā visa allows the engaged partner of a U.S. citizen to enter the United States. Learn about wait times, costs, and more.


The K-3 Visa, Explained

March 7, 2023

What is a K-3 Visa?The K-3 visa allows the spouse of a U.S. citizen to enter the United States with temporary legal status while waiting to obtain permanent residence (a ā€œgreen cardā€). Practically speaking, however, the K-3 visa is almost… View Article



What Documents Do We Need For a K-1 Visa?

December 31, 2024

A K-1 visa, otherwise known as a fiancĆ© visa, permits an engaged partner of a U.S. citizen to enter the United States. A K-1 visa holder must get married within 90 days of arriving in the country. Once married, they… View Article



What Is a Green Card Joint Sponsor?

May 3, 2023

What is a joint sponsor?A joint sponsor — or a financial co-sponsor — is a U.S. citizen or green card holder (permanent resident) who agrees to take on the legal obligation of financially supporting an applicant for a family-based green… View Article


What Is a K-1 Joint Sponsor?

December 31, 2024

One major requirement during the K-1 fiancĆ© visa process is proving the U.S. citizen fiancĆ© (or ā€œsponsorā€) has enough income and financial means to support the foreign-born fiancĆ© during their time in the United States.If you’re worried about your income… View Article


What Is an Affidavit of Support?

December 4, 2024

The Affidavit of Support (Form I-864) is a document where the sponsoring family member accepts financial responsibility for the family member seeking a green card.



Who Can Apply for a K-1 Visa?

March 6, 2025

The foreign partner must live outside of the U.S., be legally free to marry, and have met the U.S. citizen partner in person within the last two years.