Family-Based Immigration Lawyer in Alexandria, VA

Common Family-Based Cases We Handle

Mughal Law Firm commonly handles the following types of family-based immigration:

• Petition for Alien Relative I-130: This form is used by U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) to establish a qualifying relationship with certain alien relatives who intend to immigrate to the United States. Filing and approval of an I-130 is the first step in the family-based immigration process.
• Adjustment of Status I-485: Filed by an immigrant already in the United States, this application is for adjusting their current status to that of a lawful permanent resident (green card holder). This process is relevant for those who entered the U.S. on a visa and seek to obtain permanent residency without returning to their home country.
• Affidavit of Support I-864: This legal document must demonstrate that an immigrant will not become a public charge in the United States. It is often filed by the U.S. citizen or LPR sponsor, affirming that they will support their relative financially at an amount above the U.S. poverty line.
• Fiancé(e) Visa I-129: Specifically designed for foreign-citizen fiancé(e)s of U.S. citizens, this visa allows them to travel to the United States for marriage. After the marriage, the foreign citizen can apply for an adjustment of status to a permanent resident (LPR).
• Green cards and renewals: Permanent resident cards, commonly known as green cards, allow individuals to live and work permanently in the United States. Our services include assistance with applying for green cards, whether through adjustment of status, consular processing, or other means, and helping with the renewal process should a card expire or be lost.
• Consular processing for family preference visas: This is the procedure through which an individual applies for a U.S. green card (lawful permanent resident status) outside the United States. It involves managing the application process for family preference visas through U.S. consulates abroad, including navigating the priority dates and dealing with consular interviews.