On July 11, 2022, the Office of the Citizenship and Immigration Services Ombudsman issued tips to avoid delays and extra fees when filing Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative.
Form I-130 (the Petition for Alien Relative) is used to establish that a valid family relationship exists between a U.S. citizen or green card holder and a person seeking a green card. An I-130 is a petition for a family-based immigrant visa that starts the process of getting a green card. Form I-130 is filed to establish an eligible family relationship with a foreign relative to inform USCIS that you intend to help that person obtain a green card (permanent residency) in the United States.
Questions 61 and 62: Choose One
Form I-130 allows you to choose both options 61 and 62. However, if you select consular processing abroad, USCIS will send your application to the National Visa Center (NVC). If you select adjustment of status, USCIS will send your application to the National Records Center. Only choose 61 or 62: not both options, so your application is not delayed, and additional fees are not incurred.
If you select both options, the Ombudsman’s Office has received several cases where USCIS rerouted the application:
To change your selection while your I-130 is still pending, applicants can contact the USCIS Contact Center. If you have questions about completing your Form I-130, you should speak to an experienced immigration attorney who can explain the process to you and help you through the process, so your application does not have unnecessary delays and fees.
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