skruse812

I came originally to Houston in 1991 as an international student, but then married a US citizen and have my permanent residency (not a US citizen though). I am an only child and would love my parents to move here - they are ready to also. Not quite sure where to start - I printed off the app form for I-130 Petition for Alien Relative - not even sure if that was the right form. The main thing holding them back is the prospect of health care - they both have some medical issues - angina, diabetes, and are obviously concerned about how to make sure they would have medical care without being broke if anything serious was to happen. They also have quite a few pills that they take on a daily basis, so would need prescription coverage etc. Any ideas or suggestions to get us looking in the right places would be much appreciated.

Thanks so much!!

Sarah

crg

Step one: Become a citizen if you can. Permanent residents can't sponsor their parents.

I wish you well with the other issues. I'm sure someone else will post about the medical aspect of the matter.

skruse812

So why would the I-130 have a section asking "are you a US citizen?" and if not have a place to complete information about being a "Lawful Permanent resident" (date and place of admission and class of admission). It seemed to me that you could still petition to bring your parents..... This is somewhat confusing - but then again we are talking immigration, so why should I be surprised

Thanks so much for responding!

Sarah

scrubbedexpat099

If you find a solution to the Medical question, please let everybody else know.

The form is used for several different categories.

sangiano

Because an LPR can only sponsor a limited class of family members under FB2 category.

Parents can only be sponsored by US Citizens.

crg

The immigration process can seem overwhelming, but you'll feel better after doing some reading.

There are two files on the site for the I-130. There is the I-130 form itself and also the instructions:

http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/i-130instr.pdf

"2. If you are a lawful permanent resident of United States, you may file this form for:
A. Your husband or wife;
B. Your unmarried child under age 21;
C. Your unmarried son or daughter age 21 or older"

BTW. The form to apply for citizenship is the N-400.

skruse812

So I am assuming they cannot be sponsored by their son-in-law - right

Next question - many years ago, I looked into citizenship and at the time either the U.S. or Great Britain did not recognize dual citizenship - anyone know if that has changed?

crg

The US sees people as a US citizen, or not a US citizen. They don't care how many other citizenships you hold when it comes to immigration matters. I heard that the UK is the same.

Noorah101

[QUOTE=skruse812;8717669]So I am assuming they cannot be sponsored by their son-in-law - right [QUOTE]
Correct.

You can be a dual USA/UK citizen with no problem.

Meanwhile, research health care in the USA for your parents.

Rene

ian-mstm

The US doesn't officially recognize dual citizenship. However, the US does tolerate dual citizenship, but will deal with you only as a US citizen regardless of any other citizenship you might have. For a long time now, it has been possible to be a dual US/UK citizen.

Ian

meauxna

Family of Green Card Holders (Permanent Residents)

As a green card holder (permanent resident), you may petition for certain family members to immigrate to the United States as permanent residents.

You May Petition For The Following Family Members:

* Spouse (husband or wife)
* Unmarried children under 21
* Unmarried son or daughter of any age



Bringing Parents to Live in the United States as Permanent Residents

Eligibility

To bring your parents (mother or father) to live in the United States as a permanent resident (green card holder), you must be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years old.

Note: Permanent residents may not bring parents to live permanently in the United States.