Your Guide to Family Preference Visas The U.S. family-sponsored preference system offers a structured pathway for U.S. Citizens (USC) and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) to sponsor their relatives for immigration. Unlike Immediate Relative visas, these categories (F1 through F4) are subject to annual numerical limits, resulting in wait times determined by your priority date. Understanding […]
Understanding the AIA: From First-to-Invent to First-to-File The passage of the America Invents Act (AIA) in 2011 fundamentally reshaped U.S. patent law, culminating in the transition to the First-Inventor-to-File (FITF) system on March 16, 2013. This pivotal change shifted the focus of patent priority from the date of invention to the date of filing, profoundly
Meta Description: Understand the U.S. family-based immigration process. Learn about Immediate Relative and Family Preference visas, the Form I-130 petition, and the path to a Green Card via Adjustment of Status or Consular Processing. For millions of families, the journey toward permanent residency in the United States begins with the simple yet profound act of
Meta Description: A Green Card, or Lawful Permanent Resident status, is the gateway to permanent life in the United States. This comprehensive guide details the major eligibility categories (Family, Employment, Diversity) and the two primary application pathways: Adjustment of Status and Consular Processing. Learn about the essential forms (I-130, I-140, I-485) and the rights and