A spouse, child (unmarried person under 21 years of age) or parent (if U.S. citizen is at least 21 years old) of a U.S. citizen is considered an immediate relative. There are no limits on the number of immigrant visas or residence cards issued to immediate relatives.
Marriage
What is an IR-1 visa?
A visa (also known as an immediate relative visa) issued by the United States embassy or consulate in the foreign relative’s home country for the purpose of allowing the spouse, child (under 21 and unmarried) or parent of a U.S. citizen to legally enter as a resident and live permanently in the United States. With… Read More
What is a K-3 visa?
Previously, the USCIS processing times for marriage petitions were extremely lengthy, resulting in the long-term separation of U.S. citizens and their spouses. In December, 2000, the K-3 visa was established. The K-3 visa is issued by the United States embassy or consulate in the spouse’s home country for the purpose of allowing the spouse to… Read More
How can I verify the status of my case?
CLG clients can verify the status of a case online at anytime. At the beginning of the process, CLG clients register with our website by selecting a username and password and creating an individual account. You can verify the status of your case by logging in to the client section of the Choquette Law website…. Read More
Why should I retain an attorney?
An experienced immigration attorney is well versed in the nuances of the visa process including petition and application preparation, responses to requests for evidence, documentation collection, government communication, consular interviews and advocacy. The attorney can successfully overcome possible issues by providing clients with solid advice based upon education and experience. If you are unsure as… Read More