Categories of Immigration Status in the U.S.? There are four categories in which people…

Which types of Immigrant Visas get issued the most?

In the past years the United States welcomed 1 million legal immigrants where half of them were relatives of U.S. citizens, 20% were family sponsored, around 10% of them were asylum seekers, more than 10% were employment based, around 4% were part of the DIV (Diversity Immigrant Visa) program and 1.0% were Iraqis and Afghans employed by the U.S. government through the SIV (Special Immigrant Visa). This means most Immigrant Visas were accepted in the Family Related Visa category and the least in the Special Immigrant Visa category.

Why should YOU apply for an Immigrant Visa?

If your home country does not fulfill your standards, it is understandable that you want to explore and live in a nation that offers you plenty of opportunities to grow as an individual and to improve your career. It is an excellent idea to apply for an Immigrant Visa in order to be able to work/study in the United States, because it not only provides high-quality degrees/jobs, it also helps you reunite with family you might have in the US.

How many relatives does an immigrant sponsor in the U.S.?

In the past decades, according to research in the United States, immigrants living there sponsor an average of 3.5 relatives. Typically, they sponsor their spouses and children!

What are the requirements for Immigrant Spouse Visas?

For the Immigrant Visa for a Spouse of a U.S. Citizen (IR1/CR1), the requirements are: a valid passport, two 2×2 photos, Form I-130 which is a Petition for Alien Relative, Form I-864 which is Affidavit of Support from the petitioner/sponsor, DS-260 Form, civil documents, birth certificate, marriage certificate and completed medical examination forms.