This is a direct application for a green card based on a relationship. U.S. immigration law allows certain non-citizens who are family members of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to become lawful permanent residents (obtain a green card) based on specific family relationships. Other family members eligible to apply for a green card are described in the following family “preference immigrant” categories:
First preference (F-1) - unmarried sons and daughters (21 years of age or older) of US citizens;
Second preference (F-2A) - spouses and children (single and under 21) of legal permanent residents;
Second Preference (F-2B) - unmarried children (over 21 years old) of legal permanent residents;
Third preference (F-3) - married sons and daughters of American citizens;
Fourth preference (F-4) - brothers and sisters of US citizens (if the US citizen is 21 years of age or older).
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