📌 I-130 Petitions for Children: What Every Parent Needs to Know in 2025 🇺🇸📄

Filing a family-based petition for your child? The difference between filing for a married vs. unmarried, or adult vs. minor child can mean YEARS of waiting. Today, we break down: 👶🏽 Immediate Relatives: Why filing for your unmarried child under 21 as a U.S. citizen is the fastest route — no status required to adjust if they had a legal entry. 🧑🏽 Unmarried Adult Children (21+): ➡️ Surprise: If you're an LPR, your I-130 could be processed 9 months faster than if you're a citizen. Why? Backlogs in the visa bulletin. 👨‍👩‍👧 Married Adult Children: ➡️ Only U.S. citizens can file ➡️ 13+ year wait — but spouses & children can be included! ⛔ Important Warning: If your adult son or daughter is in the U.S. and out of status, they cannot adjust status — they’ll need to consular process abroad. 👍 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insights into U.S. immigration laws! I generally focus on family-based green cards and naturalization, but also discuss changes in immigration law/policy. We accept cases nationwide! 📞 Contact Us: (914) 885-3961 🌐 Visit Our Website: https://darianlaw.com/schedule-a-cons... This is an attorney advertisement. Darian Immigration Law, PC Pouyan Darian, Esq. 275 Route 304 Suite 300 Bardonia, NY 10954