The F2A Visa is a family-sponsored immigrant visa for spouses and unmarried children under 21 of US Green Card holders (lawful permanent residents). It allows eligible family members to live permanently in the United States and obtain a Green Card. Unlike Immediate Relative visas, the F2A category is subject to annual visa limits and priority date waiting times.
Spouses of US Green Card holders may qualify for family-based immigration
Unmarried children under 21 of Green Card holders may also be eligible
Applicants must provide proof of a genuine qualifying family relationship
The sponsor must maintain valid lawful permanent resident (Green Card) status
Applicants must successfully complete medical examinations and background checks
The Green Card holder files Form I-130 with USCIS.
USCIS reviews and approves the family petition.
Applicants wait for their visa priority date to become current.
Submit DS-260 form, fees, and civil documents to the National Visa Center.
Complete the required medical examination.
Attend the immigrant visa interview at the US Embassy or Consulate.
Receive the visa and travel to the US as a permanent resident.
Valid passport
Marriage or birth certificate
Form I-130 approval notice
DS-260 confirmation page
Police clearance certificate
Medical examination report
Financial support documents (Form I-864)
Passport-size photographs
Proof of family relationship
Note : Additional documents may be requested based on profile assessment
The F2A visa process usually takes around 2–5 years, depending on visa availability, USCIS processing, and country-specific backlogs. Processing may be faster when priority dates are current.
| Applicant Type | Fees |
|---|---|
Form I-130 Fee |
approximately $625–$675 |
DS-260 Visa Fee |
approximately $325 |
Affidavit of Support Fee |
approximately $120 |
USCIS Immigrant Fee |
approximately $235 |
Medical exam & document expenses |
varies |
Note : Fees are subject to change as per government updates.
The F2A visa is a US family-based immigrant visa for spouses and unmarried children under 21 of lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders).
