Frequently Asked Questions

The following Q & A addresses frequent queries that we receive from immigrant visa applicants. Please click on the heading that best relates to your question.

Adopted Relative

Aging Out

Applying for an Immigrant Visa

Appointments

Case Transfer

Children and Derivative Children

Child Status Protection Act

Diversity Visas

DNA Testing

Documents and Interview

Domicile

Domicile Requirements for Petitioners Living Outside the U.S.

Following-to-Join

Ineligibilities and Available Waivers

K Visas

Lawful Permanent Residents

Priority Dates

Termination

Updating Personal Information