Preparing for parents i130

[MZLG 5]

Hello everyone

I am preparing to file i130 for my parents and am really confused about a few things.

 

1. Do we need to submit 2 different  i130's for mother and father. Can the mother be included in fathers i130 as dependent family member 

 

2. The online application asks for  so many documents like their their birth certificate, DNA test, school certificates etc... whereas the form just mentioned mandatory document is parents marriage certificate. I can ignore other documents. I just don't have all those documents.

 

3. Online submission does not give me any option to upload i-864. Is this something that I need to send to uscis via mail or that would be sent directly at the time of interview 

 

Any other suggestion / things I should know.

 

Appreciate the support for this community

[HRQX 4,145]

21 minutes ago, Mustafa LG said:

Do we need to submit 2 different  i130's for mother and father.

Yes, separate petitions are required.

21 minutes ago, Mustafa LG said:

or that would be sent directly at the time of interview

I-864 and visa applicant's civil documents are submitted during NVC step, which is after the petitions are approved and before the visa interview:

• https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/the-immigrant-visa-process/step-1-submit-a-petition/affidavit-of-support.html
• https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/the-immigrant-visa-process/step-5-collect-financial-evidence-and-other-supporting-documents/step-7-collect-civil-documents.html

21 minutes ago, Mustafa LG said:

2. The online application asks for  so many documents like their their birth certificate, DNA test, school certificates etc...

Post the specific screenshots of the questions, so that we can provide proper guidance.

Edited September 26, 2021 by HRQX

[MZLG 5]

1 hour ago, HRQX said:

Yes, separate petitions are required.

I-864 and visa applicant's civil documents are submitted during NVC step, which is after the petitions are approved and before the visa interview:

• https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/the-immigrant-visa-process/step-1-submit-a-petition/affidavit-of-support.html
• https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/the-immigrant-visa-process/step-5-collect-financial-evidence-and-other-supporting-documents/step-7-collect-civil-documents.html

Post the specific screenshots of the questions, so that we can provide proper guidance.

 

Additional Evidence section is asking for the following 

 

- Religious record
- School records
- Census records
- Written statements / Affidavits

- DNA Test results

I am applying for my birth parents, they have been married for 50+ years, do I need to submit any of this ?

 

 

[HRQX 4,145]

9 minutes ago, Mustafa LG said:

do I need to submit any of this ?

No. Only your birth certificate (in the appropriate section; w/ translation if not in English) for your mother's petition; and only your birth certificate and their marriage certificate (in the appropriate section; w/ translations if not in English) for your father's petition: https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/forms/i-130instr.pdf

F. A mother: Submit a copy of your birth certificate showing your name and your mother’s name.

G. A father: Submit a copy of your birth certificate showing the names of both parents. Also submit a copy of your parents’ marriage certificate establishing that your father was married to your mother. If either your mother or father were previously married, submit copies of documents showing that each of the prior marriages was legally terminated. If you are filing for a stepparent or adoptive parent, or if you are filing for your father and you were born out of wedlock, see Items D., H., and I. in these Instructions for additional information on proving your family relationship.

Edited September 26, 2021 by HRQX

[MZLG 5]

On 9/25/2021 at 11:36 PM, HRQX said:

No. Only your birth certificate (in the appropriate section; w/ translation if not in English) for your mother's petition; and only your birth certificate and their marriage certificate (in the appropriate section; w/ translations if not in English) for your father's petition: https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/forms/i-130instr.pdf

F. A mother: Submit a copy of your birth certificate showing your name and your mother’s name.

G. A father: Submit a copy of your birth certificate showing the names of both parents. Also submit a copy of your parents’ marriage certificate establishing that your father was married to your mother. If either your mother or father were previously married, submit copies of documents showing that each of the prior marriages was legally terminated. If you are filing for a stepparent or adoptive parent, or if you are filing for your father and you were born out of wedlock, see Items D., H., and I. in these Instructions for additional information on proving your family relationship.

Thank your HRQX for all your responses

1. do I need to circle/highlight parents name in my birth certificate or will they figure it out ?

2. Both my parents are retired and aged 74+. Any additional documents I should submit to support my case ?

I can fully support them financially, how do I make sure USCIS knows about   

 

Sorry if I sound stupid, just trying to be extra cautious.

Edited September 30, 2021 by Mustafa LG

[Chancy 6,241]

27 minutes ago, Mustafa LG said:

1. do I need to circle/highlight parents name in my birth certificate or will they figure it out ?

2. Both my parents are retired and aged 74+. Any additional documents I should submit to support my case ?

I can fully support them financially, how do I make sure USCIS knows about 

 

1.  They will figure it out (assuming the documents are in English or have translations attached).  Do NOT edit or add any markings on the birth certificate copies to be submitted to USCIS.

 

2.  Financial support evidence is unnecessary at the petition stage.  No need to let USCIS know about your financial capability.  They won't care.  Submit exactly what the I-130 instructions require.  No more, no less.  As HRQX mentioned, financial evidence will be required at NVC stage, after the petitions have been approved.

 

Edited September 30, 2021 by Chancy
clarification re: translation

[MZLG 5]

8 hours ago, Chancy said:

 

1.  They will figure it out (assuming the documents are in English or have translations attached).  Do NOT edit or add any markings on the birth certificate copies to be submitted to USCIS.

 

2.  Financial support evidence is unnecessary at the petition stage.  No need to let USCIS know about your financial capability.  They won't care.  Submit exactly what the I-130 instructions require.  No more, no less.  As HRQX mentioned, financial evidence will be required at NVC stage, after the petitions have been approved.

 

Thank you Chancy

 

Can you suggest if parents health is of any concern ?

My mother has some age related health issues + epilepsy. Do you think this can be a matter of concern ?

I know it is something to worry at interview stage, just getting myself prepared.

[Chancy 6,241]

9 minutes ago, Mustafa LG said:

Can you suggest if parents health is of any concern ?

My mother has some age related health issues + epilepsy. Do you think this can be a matter of concern ?

I know it is something to worry at interview stage, just getting myself prepared.

 

Yes, existing medical conditions is a factor that the consul officer may include in considering the totality of your parents' circumstances.  To prepare for that, you can start researching about US health insurance for your parents, but no need to sign them up for an insurance plan prior to their arrival in the US.  Discuss your plan of action with your parents before their visa interview.  That way, if the CO asks about financial coverage for your mother's health issues, they can answer that you're already prepared to sign them up for <xyz> health insurance.  If the CO does not ask, no need to bring it up.  Also no need to document any health concerns at petition stage as, again, USCIS won't care.

 

[MZLG 5]

11 hours ago, Chancy said:

 

Yes, existing medical conditions is a factor that the consul officer may include in considering the totality of your parents' circumstances.  To prepare for that, you can start researching about US health insurance for your parents, but no need to sign them up for an insurance plan prior to their arrival in the US.  Discuss your plan of action with your parents before their visa interview.  That way, if the CO asks about financial coverage for your mother's health issues, they can answer that you're already prepared to sign them up for <xyz> health insurance.  If the CO does not ask, no need to bring it up.  Also no need to document any health concerns at petition stage as, again, USCIS won't care.

 

Is there anywhere i can read what kind of existing medical conditions can be of concern to the officer ?
My Mother has Epilepsy and general knee + sugar issues.

Father has absolutely no medical issues

 

[Boiler 45,553]

Those just sound financial, so having a clear plan as to how they will cover the costs.

[Chancy 6,241]

6 hours ago, Mustafa LG said:

Is there anywhere i can read what kind of existing medical conditions can be of concern to the officer ?

 

What the CO may be concerned about will be financial coverage for the treatment of ongoing medical conditions, whatever the illness.  The CO will need to assess the likelihood that your parents will become a public charge.  That's why I suggested researching health insurance and discussing your action plan with your parents, so they can address any public charge concerns due to healthcare costs, that the CO may bring up.

 

Actual medical grounds for inadmissibility (eg. contagious diseases like TB) will be checked during the visa medical exam and will not be discussed during the interview.

 

Edited October 1, 2021 by Chancy
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[MZLG 5]

One more question

 

Is it OK to apply Siblings i-130 while I have applied for parents i-130

 

Would it affect parents approval or interview in anyways?

[HRQX 4,145]

8 minutes ago, Mustafa LG said:

Is it OK to apply Siblings i-130 while I have applied for parents i-130

Yes, it's ok. How old are your siblings?

[MZLG 5]

7 hours ago, HRQX said:

Yes, it's ok. How old are your siblings?

36 yr old sister 

[arken 4,197]

1 hour ago, Mustafa LG said:

36 yr old sister 

You can petition for her even before you petition for your parents. They don't conflict each other. 
I hope you are aware that your sister will be 50 yrs old or more by the time she immigrates to the US through your petition.

Edited October 7, 2021 by arken