Child Immigration Visa Process
Summary
If your non-U.S. Citizen spouse recently discovered they have a child, you may file for the child to immigrate to the U.S. As a stepchild if your marriage occurred before the child turned 18. You will need to file Form I-130 with USCIS and provide necessary documentation. For free legal advice in Georgia, contact the Georgia Legal Services Program or the Atlanta Legal Aid Society, both of which offer assistance in immigration matters.Full Conversation
Georgia
Thank you for providing your information. To better assist you, could you please clarify whether the child is currently residing outside the United States?
Outside the United States
Thank you for the information. Here is some general guidance based on your situation:
- **Eligibility**: You may be able to file for the child as a stepchild if the marriage between you and the child's father occurred before the child turned *.
- **Visa Petition**: You will need to file Form I-* (Petition for Alien Relative) with USCIS.
- **Additional Documentation**: You may need to provide proof of your marriage, the child's birth certificate, and evidence of the relationship between the child and your spouse.
For further details and assistance, it may be beneficial to consult with an immigration attorney.
Okay can you recommend lawyers I can get free advice
Certainly! Here are some resources where you can get free legal advice in Georgia:
- **Georgia Legal Services Program**: Offers free legal help in civil matters to eligible low-income Georgians.
- [Website](https://www.glsp.org)
- **Atlanta Legal Aid Society**: Provides free legal assistance to low-income individuals in the Atlanta metropolitan area.
- [Website](https://www.atlantalegalaid.org)
Would you like more information on a specific type of legal assistance?
Do they assist In immigration
Yes, both the Georgia Legal Services Program and the Atlanta Legal Aid Society provide assistance in a variety of legal matters, including immigration issues.
Would you like more details on how to contact them or the specific services they offer for immigration assistance?
Yes
Certainly! Here are the contact details for the mentioned organizations:
~Georgia Legal Services Program
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: [glsp.org](https://www.glsp.org)
~Atlanta Legal Aid Society
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: [atlantalegalaid.org](https://www.atlantalegalaid.org)
They can provide further assistance regarding your immigration-related queries.