Help Your Parents Be Closer to You
U.S. citizens who are at least 21 years old may petition for permanent residence for their eligible parents. This pathway may allow a mother or father to obtain a Green Card, but the process should be carefully evaluated based on immigration history, entries and departures, country of residence, and other important factors.
At Canto Legal Immigration Attorneys, we help families understand whether a parent petition may apply, which process may be appropriate, and what risks should be reviewed before moving forward.
The Petitioning Child Must Meet Specific Requirements
A parent petition is available to U.S. citizens who are at least 21 years old. Lawful permanent residents cannot file a family petition for their parents.
The Parent-Child Relationship Must Be Proven
We review birth certificates, identity documents, name changes, civil records, and other evidence that may be needed to establish the family relationship.
Adjustment of Status or Consular Processing
We analyze whether the parent may be able to apply for permanent residence inside the United States or whether the process should be completed from abroad through a consular interview.
Preparing a Family Petition with Organization, Clarity, and Support
A parent petition may seem simple, but immigration details can have an important impact on the case. Our team helps identify the appropriate path and prepare the petition with the documentation needed.
During the process, we work to:
- Confirm that the petitioning child meets the requirements.
- Review the family relationship and supporting documents.
- Analyze the immigration history of the mother or father.
- Identify whether adjustment of status or consular processing may apply.
- Evaluate possible risks related to unlawful presence, entries without inspection, or prior applications.
- Review whether an immigration waiver may need to be analyzed.
- Organize personal, civil, financial, and immigration documents.
- Define a clear strategy for each stage of the case.