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Marriage & Family Immigration

Reunite with your family in the United States.

Family-based immigration is one of the most common ways to obtain permanent residency in the United States. BBA Immigration helps families navigate spousal petitions, fiancé visas, parent and sibling petitions, and adjustment of status — in English and Spanish.

Family petitions are refused far more often over evidence and paperwork than over the relationship itself. How the case is documented matters as much as the facts.

Types of Family Immigration

We handle all categories of family-based immigration:

Immediate Relatives — Spouses, unmarried children under 21, and parents of U.S. citizens (no visa wait)
K-1 Fiancé(e) Visa — Bring your fiancé(e) to the U.S. to marry within 90 days
Family Preference Categories — Siblings, adult children, and other family members of U.S. citizens and permanent residents
Adjustment of Status (I-485) — Change to permanent resident status while in the U.S.
Consular Processing — Green card processing through a U.S. embassy or consulate abroad
Removal of Conditions (I-751) — Remove the 2-year condition on green cards obtained through marriage

Marriage-Based Green Cards

If you're married to a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, you may be eligible for a green card through your spouse. The process depends on your current location and immigration status: • If you're in the U.S.: You may file for adjustment of status concurrently with the I-130 petition • If you're abroad: Your spouse files an I-130 petition, followed by consular processing • If married less than 2 years: You receive a conditional green card that must be 'upgraded' after 2 years BBA Immigration guides you through every step, ensuring your application is thorough and well-documented.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if we divorce before removing conditions?+
You can still file to remove conditions with a waiver. It's more complex, but BBA Immigration has experience handling these situations. Contact us to discuss your options.
How long does the spousal petition take?+
For immediate relatives of U.S. citizens, the process typically takes 12–18 months. For spouses of permanent residents, processing times are longer due to visa availability.
Does my immigrant spouse become a citizen?+
Not automatically. After 3 years of marriage to a U.S. citizen and holding a green card, your spouse can apply for naturalization (citizenship).