How an Undocumented Daughter of a U.S. Citizen Can Get a Green Card After 20 Years
The daughter of a US citizen mother entered in 2023 as a tourist, overstayed and remained in this country for 20 years before getting a green card. Another lawyer filed for the daughter’s green card and, when it was denied, the US citizen mother came to us for help. As happens with many Blandon Law clients, a friend of a friend told the mother we had a high rate of approvals. Now, after getting her daughter the green card, the mother’s family can grow without fear of deportation.
Provisional Waiver is the First Step to the Green Card
Because the mother’s petition I-130 was approved, the first service we offered was the Provisional Waiver Form I-601A. We guided the daughter as to what documents we needed to win her case, and helped the mother understand why an exam by a psychologist would also be helpful. Last, we prepared a strong legal argument explaining why the daughter-mother duo deserved to remain together.
Consular Processing is the Second Step to the Green Card
After the petition and the Provisional Waiver are approved, the next step is called consular process of the immigrant visa. It starts with completing an application and submitting documents to the National Visa Center. Then, after a medical exam and interview in the home country, the noncitizen will get an immigrant visa. ON THE DAY they fly back to the United States using that visa, they become a legal permanent resident. The green card and Social Security cards are sent to them in the mail.
With more than 20 years of experience helping immigration clients, we are ready to help you, your family, and your friends. Call 954.385.0157 or click “For Future Clients” today to schedule a talk.
Disclaimer – These entries are based on real life events. Family member names, when used, are real. Client names are changed for privacy.
