IR-5 Parent of U.S. Citizen
Green card for the parent of an adult U.S. citizen.
Family Visas
Overview
The IR-5 immigrant visa is for the parent of a U.S. citizen who is at least 21 years old. As immediate relatives, parents of U.S. citizens are not subject to annual numerical limits.
Who it's for
- Parents of U.S. citizens aged 21 or older
- Families reuniting parents with adult U.S.-citizen children
Key points
Form I-130
The U.S. citizen (21+) files the petition for their parent.
No annual cap
Parents are immediate relatives, so visas are not numerically limited.
Process
Complete via consular processing or adjustment of status.
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