Petition for Alien Relative USCIS form I-130
Description
Petition for Alien Relative USCIS form I-130
Use this form if you (the petitioner) are a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or U.S. national (who is not a U.S. citizen) and you need to establish your qualifying relationship with an eligible alien relative (the beneficiary) who wishes to come to or stay in the United States permanently and apply for the Permanent Resident Card (also called a Green Card).
You must select only 1 option for Part 4 (Question 61 or 62) to indicate whether the beneficiary will seek adjustment of status inside the United States or consular processing abroad. Do not complete both questions, and do not leave this section blank.
What Form I-130 does
Form I-130 does not grant a green card by itself. Instead, it confirms:
- The marriage is legally valid
- The sponsoring spouse has the appropriate immigration status
- The applicant qualifies as a spouse under U.S. immigration law
Approval of Form I-130 allows the case to move to the next stage: adjustment of status or consular processing.
⚠️ This document does not replace legal advice. If your situation is complex, consider consulting a qualified immigration professional before submitting your application.
