Services - IR-2: Unmarried Child of U.S. Citizen Visa
The IR-2 visa provides a pathway for unmarried children under 21 years of age of U.S. citizens to obtain permanent residence, enabling family reunification.
- Visa Category
- IR2
- Year
- Service
- FAMILY BASED IMMIGRATION
Overview
The IR-2 visa category provides immediate relative status to unmarried children under 21 of U.S. citizens. Our firm specializes in expedited processing to prevent age-out scenarios and ensure successful family reunification.
Strategic Approach
- Age Verification: Calculate child's age under CSPA guidelines
- Relationship Documentation: Establish parent-child relationship
- Status Monitoring: Track processing times to prevent age-out
- Education Coordination: Plan for academic transition
- Guardian Arrangements: Document custody and consent if necessary
Impact Story
Our expertise in IR-2 visa processing focuses on reuniting families while ensuring children maintain their eligibility throughout the process. We understand the time-sensitive nature of these cases and work efficiently to achieve successful outcomes.
Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Under 21 years of age
- Unmarried status
- Child of U.S. citizen
- Born in or out of wedlock
- Proper documentation of relationship
Documentation Needs
- Birth certificate
- Parent's naturalization certificate
- Passport documents
- School records
- Medical examination
- Vaccination records
Special Considerations
- Child Status Protection Act
- Custody requirements
- Step-child qualifying criteria
- Adoption documentation if applicable
Key Achievements
- Prevent age-out situations through strategic filing
- Secure rapid processing for time-sensitive cases
- Maintain eligibility throughout process
- Navigate complex custody situations
- Coordinate with schools for smooth transition
- Achieve family reunification goals
- Age-Outs
- 0
- Month Processing
- 4
- Success Rate
- 98%
- Time Approval
- 1st
What We Do
- Age-Out Prevention
- Document Preparation
- Relationship Verification
- Education Planning
- Guardian Coordination