Overview
The F2A category is for the spouse and unmarried children under 21 of a Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder). This route allows eligible family members to apply for permanent residence through a family-sponsored petition.
Who this route is for
This category may apply if:
- You are the spouse of a lawful permanent resident, or
- You are an unmarried child under 21 of a lawful permanent resident
- The petitioner holds valid permanent resident status
- A qualifying family relationship can be shown
What your application must show
An F2A application generally needs to show:
- A legally valid marriage or parent–child relationship
- The petitioner’s permanent resident status
- Accurate identity and civil records
- A genuine family relationship
Typical supporting documents
- Marriage certificate or child’s birth certificate
- Passports and identity documents
- Petitioner’s Green Card (front and back)
- Civil documents (divorce records if applicable)
- Financial support documents (where required)
How we support your application
We help ensure relationship documents are complete, properly linked, and consistent with the petitioner’s status.