U.S. immigration laws provide a method for a U.S. citizen or LPR to sponsor the immigration of a family member abroad. The length of time required to complete the process depends on the relationship of the family members, whether the sponsor is a U.S. citizen or an LPR, and, sometimes, the country where the family member is located.

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Immediate Relatives - spouse, parent, minor child of adult U.S. Citizens (USC's)

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Preference Categories:

• FB-1: Unmarried sons/daughters of USC's

• FB-2A: Spouses/minor children of LPR's

• FB-2B: Unmarried children of LPR's

• FB-3: Married sons/daughters of USC's

• FB-4: Brothers/sisters of USC's