These visas are for relatives who don’t qualify as immediate relatives, such as married children of U.S. citizens, siblings of U.S. citizens, and relatives of lawful permanent residents (green card holders). Unlike immediate relative visas, these are subject to annual numerical limits and often have long waiting periods. Our experienced attorneys will help you navigate the complexities of priority dates and visa availability to ensure that your case moves forward as quickly as possible.

The K-1 visa allows U.S. citizens to bring their foreign fiancé(e) to the United States so they can get married within 90 days of entry. After marriage, the foreign spouse can apply for a green card. The process involves multiple steps, including proving the legitimacy of your relationship, filing petitions, and attending interviews. Kostiv Cardinal is skilled at presenting compelling cases for K-1 visas, and we work closely with clients to ensure all required documentation is in place. Our team is here to ensure that you and your fiancé(e) can start your life together in the U.S. with minimal stress.

If you’re already married to a foreign national but they are outside the U.S., the K-3 visa allows your spouse to enter the country while waiting for their immigrant visa to be processed. Their children can also qualify for K-4 visas. Kostiv Cardinal has extensive experience in expediting these cases, ensuring that families can begin their lives together without undue delays. Our team is here to navigate the various legal hurdles and keep your family united during the immigration process.

For relatives who are currently living abroad, consular processing is often the necessary route to obtaining a green card. This involves working with the U.S. consulate in the foreign country where the family member resides. The process can be daunting, with complex paperwork and interviews required. At Kostiv Cardinal, we manage every aspect of consular processing, from gathering evidence to preparing your family member for their interview at the U.S. consulate. We’ve successfully handled consular cases for clients worldwide, and we know how to overcome the common obstacles that can delay or deny a visa.

If your family member is already in the U.S. on a temporary visa, they may be eligible to adjust their status to become a permanent resident without having to return to their home country. Adjustment of status cases require careful attention to detail to ensure eligibility and avoid triggering inadmissibility issues. Kostiv Cardinal excels in handling adjustment of status cases, ensuring that all requirements are met and that your family member’s transition to permanent residency is smooth.

Some family members may be considered inadmissible due to past immigration violations, criminal convictions, or other issues. In these cases, a waiver of inadmissibility may be required to allow them to enter or remain in the U.S. We specialize in preparing strong waiver applications, presenting compelling evidence of hardship to the U.S. citizen or permanent resident family members. Our team has a track record of success in obtaining waivers, helping families stay together despite significant legal challenges.

For children who have been abandoned, neglected, or abused by one or both parents, SIJS offers a path to lawful permanent residency in the U.S. These cases are highly sensitive and involve coordination between immigration courts and state family courts. At Kostiv Cardinal, we are passionate about protecting vulnerable children and have extensive experience securing SIJS for minors who need it. We work closely with family members, guardians, and social workers to ensure the best outcome for these children.

Once a family member obtains a green card, they may eventually become eligible for U.S. citizenship through naturalization. This process requires meeting specific residency and eligibility requirements, passing a civics and English language test, and attending an interview. Kostiv Cardinal will guide your family member through the entire naturalization process, ensuring that all documentation is in order and that they are fully prepared for the interview and test.