To become a Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) in the United States through this pathway, you will need a qualified family member to start the process for you.< /strong>
There are different categories it can fall into:
First preference category (F1): unmarried sons and daughters (21 years and older) of US citizens.
Second preference category (F2A): Spouses and children (unmarried and under 21) of permanent residents.
Second preference category (F2B): unmarried sons and daughters (over 21 years of age) of permanent residents.
Third preference category (F3): married sons and daughters of US citizens.
Fourth preference category (F4): brothers and sisters of US citizens (if the US citizen is 21 or older)