| Keyword | CPC | PCC | Volume | Score | Length of keyword |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| petition for alien relative requirements | 0.99 | 1 | 9412 | 36 | 40 |
| petition | 0.81 | 0.3 | 8233 | 57 | 8 |
| for | 1.05 | 0.9 | 1159 | 59 | 3 |
| alien | 0.24 | 0.8 | 7132 | 83 | 5 |
| relative | 1.51 | 0.7 | 4327 | 80 | 8 |
| requirements | 0.58 | 1 | 9178 | 53 | 12 |
| Keyword | CPC | PCC | Volume | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| petition for alien relative requirements | 0.75 | 0.4 | 9266 | 79 |
| petition for alien relative | 1.23 | 0.2 | 3480 | 96 |
| petition for alien relative form | 0.17 | 0.7 | 1006 | 8 |
| petition for alien relative pdf | 1.57 | 0.9 | 1885 | 73 |
| petition for alien relative application | 0.58 | 0.2 | 8228 | 75 |
| filing a petition for an alien relative | 0.4 | 0.2 | 9502 | 85 |
| file petition for alien relative | 0.63 | 0.5 | 8497 | 3 |
| petition for alien relative approved | 1.25 | 0.3 | 427 | 67 |
| petition for alien relative instructions | 0.62 | 0.8 | 8491 | 66 |
| petition for alien relative process | 1.56 | 0.3 | 4644 | 80 |
| petition for alien relative status | 0.9 | 0.3 | 7232 | 9 |
| immigrant petition for alien relative | 0.13 | 0.5 | 6132 | 78 |
| petition for alien relative online | 1.8 | 0.8 | 2412 | 59 |
| us immigration petition for alien relative | 1.64 | 0.4 | 5691 | 6 |
The first step in most family-based green card application processes is filing the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) Form I-130. Form I-130 is officially called the “Petition for Alien Relative,” and USCIS uses it to verify a real and qualifying relationship between the green card sponsor and the green card applicant.
What are the benefits of filing a petition for alien relative?If your immediate relative is seeking permanent residency in the U.S., you can fill out Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative. This can prove your relationship with them and start the process of getting them a family-based Green Card (as opposed to a Green Card to get a job).
What is the process for petitioning for a relative?The first step in most family-based green card application processes is filing the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) Form I-130. Form I-130 is officially called the “Petition for Alien Relative,” and USCIS uses it to verify a real and qualifying relationship between the green card sponsor and the green card applicant.
How long does it take for an I-130 petition to be approved?The processing time for your I-130 petition will depend on the family relationship and where you apply from. For immediate relatives (spouse or unmarried child) of a U.S. green card holder (legal permanent resident) living abroad, processing times for Form I-130 currently vary between 18.5-32.5 months.
