Everything You Need to Know About the Form I-130 Petition for Alien Relative

What is Form I-130?
The USCIS Form I-130 is the required petition for alien relative. It is the essential first step for a U.S. citizen or Green Card holder to legally prove a qualifying family relationship, allowing the relative to later apply for a Green Card.

Who Should File Form I-130?

• U.S. citizens petitioning for spouses, children, parents, or siblings
• Green Card holders petitioning for spouses and unmarried children

When to File Form I-130?

• File anytime a qualifying family relationship exists
• Processing times vary by category and USCIS workload

Key Information Required

• Petitioner’s name, address, date of birth, and immigration status
• Beneficiary’s personal details and relationship to the petitioner
• Proof of family relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.)

Why is Form I-130 Important?

• Establishes eligibility for a relative to apply for a Green Card
• Forms the legal foundation of most family-based immigration cases
• Allows families to reunite in the United States

Prepare Your I-130 Form Online: Simplified Filing
Zendocs provides the official, online fillable form I -130. We simplify this complex document, allowing you to quickly fill form I-130 with confidence. Complete your petition and download the latest I-130 form pdf for submission.

How to File Form I-130
Use Zendocs to complete the form I 130 online and easily download your package. Final filing involves mailing the printed petition for alien relative and all required evidence to USCIS, along with the required fee (currently $535).

Applicants represented by an attorney or accredited representative must also submit Form G-28, Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representative along with this petition. You can find it here - Form G-28