Document Checklist

Family Petition (I-130) Document Checklist

Complete list of documents needed to file Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative with USCIS.

Petitioner Documents

Completed Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative
Use the most current version from uscis.gov
Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status
Birth certificate, naturalization certificate, or valid U.S. passport
Two passport-style photographs (2x2 inches)
Taken within the last 30 days, white background

Petitioner Documents (continued)

Copy of valid government-issued photo ID
Evidence of legal name change (if applicable)
Marriage certificate, court order, or adoption decree

Beneficiary Documents

Birth certificate of the beneficiary
Must be translated if not in English by a certified translator
Copy of beneficiary's valid passport (biographical page)
Two passport-style photographs of the beneficiary

Relationship Evidence

Marriage certificate (for spouse petitions)
Civil marriage certificate required even if you had a religious ceremony
Proof of termination of prior marriages (divorce decrees, death certificates)
Birth certificates showing parent-child relationship (for children)
Photos of petitioner and beneficiary together
Communication evidence (call logs, messages, emails)

Financial Documents

Form I-864, Affidavit of Support
Required when the beneficiary is ready for immigrant visa or adjustment
Federal tax returns for the last 3 years
Include all schedules and W-2s
Current employment letter or verification
Recent bank statements (last 3 months)

USCIS Filing Fee: $535

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