Can I apply for a green card for my parents if I have a marriage-based visa?

Yes, you may be able to apply for a green card for your parents if you have a marriage-based visa in Washington. A marriage-based green card allows non-citizens to obtain lawful permanent residency in the United States. This can be obtained through a U.S. citizen or permanent resident who is sponsoring their spouse or fiancé(e). The individual applying for the green card must be the beneficiary of an immigrant petition (Form I-130) which is filed by the U.S. citizen or permanent resident. The petition must demonstrate that the prospective couple has a valid marriage, which can be done through documents such as a marriage certificate, photographs, joint tax returns, and affidavits. If the petition is approved, the non-citizen can then file an application for Permanent Residency, which is an application for lawful permanent residency in the United States. As a holder of a marriage-based visa, you may also be able to apply for a green card for your parents if they meet certain requirements. Your parents must be the beneficiaries of a separate immigrant petition (Form I-130) filed by you or your U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse. They must also be qualified for the green card, which means they must meet various applicable requirements. If you are applying for permanent residency in Washington and you have a marriage-based visa, you may be able to apply for a green card for your parents. You or your spouse must first file a separate immigrant petition for your parents. Then, your parents may be able to apply for a green card if they meet the applicable qualifications.

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Sí, si tienes una visa basada en matrimonio, puedes solicitar una tarjeta de residencia para tus padres. Esto significa que el matrimonio debe ser válido en los Estados Unidos. Sin embargo, para que tus padres puedan obtener la tarjeta, debes demostrar que puedes proporcionarles una manutención adecuada. Esto significa que debes ganar una cantidad específica de dinero cada año. Además, los padres deben cumplir con el proceso de solicitud requerido por el Servicio de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de los Estados Unidos (USCIS). Esto incluye someter una solicitud de Tarjeta de Residente, proveer documentación sobre su identidad, presentar prueba de buen carácter, y someterse a una entrevista. Si todos estos pasos se completan exitosamente, los padres pueden beneficiarse de la inmigración a través de su hijo con visa de matrimonio.

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