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The document provides detailed instructions for filing Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, which allows U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to establish relationships with certain alien relatives seeking immigration to the United States. It outlines who is eligible to file, the necessary documentation required to prove citizenship and family relationships, filing procedures, fees, and processing information. Additionally, it specifies categories of individuals who cannot be petitioned and includes guidelines for addressing name changes and unavailable documents.

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Begin by filling out your personal information in Section 1. Ensure you type or print legibly in black ink, as clarity is crucial for processing.
In Section 2, provide details about your relative. If additional space is needed, attach a continuation sheet and reference the item number.
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How much does Form I-130 cost?

The processing time for form I-130 is an average of 11.5 months, as of August 2025. The I-130 filing fee is $625 for online filing and $675 for paper filing. If you are sponsoring more than one immediate family member, you will need to file a separate I-130 application for each and pay separate filing fees.

What is the I-130 form?

A citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States may file Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to establish the existence of a relationship to certain alien relatives who wish to immigrate to the United States.

How long will it take for the Form I-130 petition to be approved?

Current USCIS Processing Times at a Glance FormPurposeCurrent Processing Time I-130 (U.S. citizen sponsor) Petition for Alien Relative 14.5 months I-130 (Green card holder sponsor) Petition for Alien Relative 35 months I-485 (Family-based) Adjustment of Status 8.2 months I-485 (Employment-based) Adjustment of Status 7 months11 more rows Aug 21, 2025

How do I get a copy of my I-130?

You might think USCIS could look up the I-130 approval on its own. However, the agency is rarely willing to do that. With Form I-824, you can ask to receive your own copy of the approval notice to replace the one thats been lost or gone missing.