Immigration → Family Petitions (I-130)

Family Petitions (I-130)

Petition for immediate relatives and family preference category beneficiaries. We prepare and file your I-130 with attorney supervision.

Eligibility & Scope

Who This Is For

  • U.S. citizen petitioning for spouse, child, or sibling
  • U.S. citizen petitioning for parent
  • Lawful permanent resident petitioning for spouse or unmarried child
  • Valid qualifying family relationship exists

May Require Consultation First

  • Petitioner with prior immigration violations or removal orders
  • Relationship involves fraud or misrepresentation concerns
  • Prior I-130 denial for the same beneficiary
  • Complex inadmissibility grounds requiring waiver

What's Included

Included in Our Flat Fee

  • Structured intake questionnaire
  • Preparation of I-130 petition
  • Supporting relationship evidence review guidance
  • Attorney review and quality check
  • Final filing package
  • Secure portal access throughout

Not Included (Requires Separate Retention)

  • USCIS filing fee (currently $675)
  • Consular processing or NVC coordination (available separately)
  • I-485 Adjustment of Status (separate service)
  • Waiver applications (I-601, I-601A)

Documents You'll Need

Petitioner's birth certificate
Petitioner's proof of U.S. citizenship or LPR status
Beneficiary's birth certificate
Marriage certificate (for spousal petitions)
Photos of petitioner and beneficiary
Proof of legal name changes (if applicable)
Prior divorce decrees (if applicable)

* A complete, personalized checklist is provided through the secure portal after intake.

Attorney Fees

$500 – $750
Attorney Fee
Flat attorney fee for I-130 preparation and filing. USCIS filing fee is paid separately. Combined family packages available.

Payment Stages

1
50% retainer due at engagement
2
50% balance due before filing package is released

Process & Timeline

1
Intake Completed
Complete the secure online questionnaire.
Week 1
2
Documents Gathered
Upload required documents through the portal.
Week 1–2
3
Attorney Drafts I-130
Attorney prepares and reviews your petition.
Week 2–3
4
Client Reviews
You review and confirm the petition details.
Week 3
5
Filed with USCIS
I-130 submitted to USCIS. Receipt notice forwarded to you.
Week 3–4
6
Awaiting Priority Date / NVC
For preference categories, wait for priority date. For immediate relatives abroad, NVC processing follows.
Varies

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Proceed?

Start your secure intake today or schedule a consultation with an attorney.