FAMILY-BASED IMMIGRATION
United States citizens and lawful permanent residents can sponsor certain relatives for permanent residence in the United States. The relatives that have been designated as eligible for family-sponsored permanent residence are grouped into different classifications.

If you are a U.S. citizen or have lawful permanent residents, you can apply for an immigrant visa for your spouse.
If you are a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident, you can apply for an immigrant visa for your spouse.


Immediate Relatives & Preference Categories
United States citizens and lawful permanent residents can sponsor certain relatives for permanent residence in the United States. The relatives that have been designated as eligible for family-sponsored permanent residence are grouped into different classifications.