Consular Processing

Consular Processing is the process that allows foreign nationals to visit or immigrate to the United States. Persons who are outside the U.S. or persons who are in the U.S. but prefer processing at a U.S. consulate for strategic or convenience reasons need Consular Processing as well.

There are 3 types of immigrant visa categories:

• Diversity Visa - Lottery
• Employment based immigration
• Family based immigration

Throughout the world United States consulates accept applications for immigrant and non-immigrant visas. Each one follows its own procedures and guidelines.

If an alien chooses to apply for Consular Processing, he must go back to the country of last residence or country of birth for an interview and medical exam at a U.S. consulate.

We are prepared your application for consular processing for any of the following:

• Diplomatic & Foreign Government Officials
• Family Based Visas
• Foreign Students & Immediate Families
• Immigrant Visas
• Marriage and Fiancé Visas
• Permanent residency “Green Cards”
• Professionals and Investors
• Reclaiming of U.S. Citizenship
• Seasonal Employment Based Immigration
• Student Visas
• Visitor Visas

The time frame for Consular Processing is quicker than Adjustment of Status. From the date immigrant visa numbers become available, an average of 5 to 13 months processing time is expected. Consular Processing must process in the foreign country of residence or country of birth.

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You need the following documents for Consular Processing:

• Original I-797 approval notice for your I-130 or I-140 immigrant petition.
• Consular Processing application forms.
• A copy of the immigrant petition as filed.
• The receipt notice for Form I-824 or the approval notice for Form I-824.
• Medical exam.
• Birth Certificate.
• Passport.
• Military Records, if applicable.
• Marriage Certificates, if applicable.
• Documentation of termination of prior marriages, if applicable.
• Evidence that your last residence was in the host country of the embassy or consulate.
• Employment information for the past 10 years.
• Address since the age of 16.
• Police certificates from every country where you have resided for one year or more since the age of 16.

People from around the globe are always seeking nonimmigrant visas, immigrant visas, and green cards for the purpose of living and working in the United States. We can be sure you are prepared for US consular processing of an application for visas and U.S. permanent residency.

The Sheena Law Firm will work hard to ensure the government has the requisite information to process your petition without unnecessary delays.

If you have a relative or prospective employee who currently lives outside the country, we can give you an accurate assessment of your options. Call The Sheena Law Firm TODAY.