Used by U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to establish a qualifying relationship with an eligible relative who wishes to immigrate.
File Form I-130 with proof of the qualifying family relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificates) and the petitioner's U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status. The beneficiary may also need Form I-130A. Mail to the USCIS Lockbox or file online when eligible.
| Filing Type | Address |
|---|---|
USCIS Chicago Lockbox (USPS, all stand-alone I-130s for U.S. citizens) | USCIS Attn: I-130 P.O. Box 804625 Chicago, IL 60680-4107 |
USCIS Chicago Lockbox (FedEx/UPS/DHL) | USCIS Attn: I-130 (Box 804625) 131 South Dearborn, 3rd Floor Chicago, IL 60603-5517 |
| USCIS Office | Category / Subtype | Processing Time | Receipt Date for Inquiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska Service Center Immediate relative of a U.S. citizen | Immediate relative of a U.S. citizen | 13.5–16.5 mo. | — |
| Texas Service Center Immediate relative of a U.S. citizen | Immediate relative of a U.S. citizen | 10–14 mo. | — |
| California Service Center F2A spouse/child of LPR | F2A spouse/child of LPR | 29–37 mo. | — |
| Potomac Service Center F2A spouse/child of LPR | F2A spouse/child of LPR | 27–34 mo. | — |