Instructions for USCIS Form I-130 Petition for Alien Relative, and Form I-130a - Supplemental Information for Spouse Beneficiary

USCIS Form I-130 Petition for Alien Relative

This document contains official instructions for USCIS Form I-130 , Petition for Alien Relative, and Form I-130a - Supplemental Information for Spouse Beneficiary - a form released and collected by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Citizenship and Immigration Services. An up-to-date fillable USCIS Form I-130 is available for download through this link.

FAQ

Q: What is USCIS Form I-130?
A: USCIS Form I-130 is the Petition for Alien Relative.

Q: What is USCIS Form I-130a?
A: USCIS Form I-130a is the Supplemental Information for Spouse Beneficiary.

Q: What is the purpose of Form I-130?
A: Form I-130 is used to establish a qualifying relationship between a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident and a foreign national relative who wishes to immigrate to the U.S.

Q: Who can file Form I-130?
A: A U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident can file Form I-130.

Q: What is the purpose of Form I-130a?
A: Form I-130a is used to provide additional information about the spouse beneficiary when filing Form I-130.

Q: Who needs to file Form I-130a?
A: The spouse beneficiary needs to file Form I-130a along with the petitioner who files Form I-130.

Q: What documents are required for Form I-130?
A: The required documents for Form I-130 include proof of the petitioner's U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status, proof of relationship to the beneficiary, and other supporting evidence.

Q: What information is needed for Form I-130a?
A: Form I-130a requires information about the spouse beneficiary, including biographic details, employment history, and previous marriages.

Q: What is the filing fee for Form I-130?
A: The filing fee for Form I-130 is $535.