Family Green Card Sponsorship: Carmen’s Story
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Carmen first came to the United States from Mexico to attend college on an F-1 student visa. Afterward, she began working for a company in Knoxville, TN. The company sponsored her for an H-1B visa and an I-140 employer-based green card. With the help of the [nap_names id=”FIRM-NAME-1″]. Wong team in Nashville, Carmen eventually became a legal permanent resident and later a U.S. citizen.
Starting the Family Green Card Sponsorship Process
In 2018, Carmen returned to our office with a new goal—sponsoring her parents, Victor and Teresa, for legal permanent residency. Fortunately, her parents were already in the United States on L-1 visas. They worked for an international corporation with a branch in Florida. This made the process smoother. We quickly gathered the necessary documentation and filed their applications in March 2019.
Overcoming Unexpected Challenges
While Carmen earned enough to be her parents’ sole sponsor, she faced an unexpected hurdle: retrieving her past tax returns. A recent fire had destroyed the wooden file cabinet where she kept her financial records. She had to collect copies from three different accountants. Despite this challenge, all required paperwork was properly submitted.
A Successful Outcome
In late 2019, Carmen proudly accompanied her parents to their USCIS interview. The meeting lasted only 30 minutes. A representative from our legal team was also present, and the interview ended on a positive note. Our optimism proved justified. By January 2020, before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Victor and Teresa became legal permanent residents of the United States.
Moreover, for Carmen, this was an emotional milestone. Her parents had always supported her. She was grateful for the opportunity to give back to them through Family Green Card Sponsorship. If you or someone you know needs help with Family Green Card Sponsorship or any immigration matter, contact us today. Our team is ready to assist.