Family Immigration

Family Immigration Lawyers in North Carolina

We at the Fayetteville office of Miller Clouse & Illikainen understand the value and importance of family. This is why we are so dedicated to helping our immigration clients bring family members to the U.S. to join them. Though this can sometimes be a difficult process, we strive to help clients understand their options and the immigration process in order to minimize the stress these issues cause.

If you have become an American citizen, it may be possible to bring family members and relations to the U.S. However, since the immigration laws in the U.S. are becoming stricter, it is important to have the assistance of an immigration attorney to ensure that you follow the proper procedures. Our attorneys at Miller Clouse & Illikainen can help.

Some of the classifications that apply to family immigration cases include:

• U.S. citizens may sponsor their parents
• U.S. citizens may sponsor their wives or husbands
• U.S. citizens may sponsor their unmarried sons and daughters
• U.S. citizens may sponsor their married sons and daughters
• U.S. citizens may sponsor their brothers and sisters
• Lawful Permanent Residents (individuals who have green cards) are allowed to sponsor their immediate relatives for an immigrant visa (green card)
• Permanent Residents may sponsor their wives or husbands
• Permanent Residents may sponsor their unmarried sons and daughters

Fiancé Visas

The K-1 visa - or fiancé(e) visa - allows entry into the U.S. for both the fiancé(e) and his or her children. Unlike the K-3 spousal visa, which is valid for two years, the K-1 is a temporary visa that is only valid for 90 days. Qualifications for a K-1 visa include (1) the U.S. citizen must have met the fiancé(e) within the past two years; and (2) must have documented proof (such as letters, emails, pictures, airline tickets) that there is an actual relationship. If you are seeking information regarding fiancé or fiancée visas, a member of our firm can sit down with you and explain your options.

• As part of our immigration practice, we also handle student visa issues, including J-1 exchange visas.

Contact Miller Clouse & Illikainen Today

By contacting our Fayetteville office as soon as possible, we at Miller Clouse & Illikainen can begin examining your case and determining the best way to reunite you with your family. Get in touch with us through phone, fax, e-mail, or in person at our North Carolina location to schedule your initial consultation.