Reuniting Families Separated by Immigration Delays
Long wait times for family-based green card approvals can keep spouses and children apart for years. The V Visa was created to help lawful permanent residents (green card holders) reunite with their family members in the U.S. while waiting for immigrant visa numbers to become available.
At Daniel Albert Law Firm, we are committed to helping families stay together. If you are separated from your spouse or children due to immigration backlogs, our legal team can determine whether a V Visa—or another option—is right for you.
What Is the V Visa?
The V Visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows the spouse or unmarried children (under age 21) of a green card holder to:
This visa was designed to reduce the hardship of long family separations caused by immigration processing delays.
V Visa Eligibility Requirements
- The sponsoring spouse or parent must be a lawful permanent resident
- Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) must have been filed on or before December 21, 2000
- The immigrant visa must still be unavailable, or the green card process must be pending
Important Note: Due to the filing deadline restriction, V Visas are rarely issued today. However, understanding this visa category can be useful for older cases, appeals, or immigration litigation.
If your I-130 petition is more recent, other options—such as consular processing, K-3/K-4 visas, or Adjustment of Status—may be more appropriate. Our team can help you explore all possible legal avenues for family reunification.
Why Choose Daniel Albert Law Firm?
Don’t Let Immigration Delays Keep Your Family Apart
Whether you’re eligible for a V Visa or need help identifying a more current solution, we’ll help you find the best path forward to reunite with your loved ones.
Contact
- 10925 Beechnut St, Suite A106, Houston, TX 77072
- (832) 930-3059 (English)
- (832) 356-7254 (Español)
- info@danielalbertlaw.com
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