What is the procedure for filing an immigration petition for a foreign national?

The process for filing an immigration petition for a foreign national in Washington is fairly straightforward. Generally, the petitioner (generally a family member or employer) must complete and file Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, or Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker, respectively. The forms must be accompanied by applicable fees and supporting documents that verify the petitioner’s relationship to the foreign national. Depending on the particular immigration petition, the petitioner may also be required to submit evidence of lawful immigration status, such as a valid visa or green card. In addition to the Form I-130 or Form I-140, the petitioner must also submit a Form G-28, Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Representative, indicating that the petitioner has retained an immigration attorney. The petitioner is also expected to submit a current copy of the foreign national’s passport, proof of the foreign national’s identity and nationality, and for foreign nationals residing outside of the U.S., a Form DS-230, Application for Immigrant Visa and Alien Registration must be submitted. The immigration petition must be mailed to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) regional service center, where it will be processed. The processing time may vary depending on the caseload at the regional service center. USCIS will issue a receipt notice once the petition has been received. The petitioner will then receive a decision notice in the mail, indicating if the petition has been approved or denied.

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