Legal Question in Immigration Law in California

Re: Becoming a citizen

Dear Inquirer:

First you must petition them to become lawful permanent residents of the US, or "green card holders." You must wait, however, until you reach the age of 21 before you can file petitions for them. Note that if they are already in the US, they will need to have proof of legal admission to the US to obtain their green cards without leaving the US and that a person who has been in the US unlawfully for more than 6 months will be barred from returning to the US for 6 months (10 years if he was unlawfully present for more than one year) so you must be careful before deciding to pursue an immigrant visa from the US Embassy in Mexico if not eligible to adjust status in the US.

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Re: Becoming a citizen

You can petition for them once you turn 21 years of age.

Re: Becoming a citizen

You need to reach 21 before you petition your parents.

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Re: Becoming a citizen

You really should consult an Immigration Attorney. Please send me an email if in Southern California with your contact information and we can discuss your particular facts. There is no fee for consultation.