{"iri":"https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RXsXosZCy47wwhrxpKR2BM","label":"Relative Sponsorship Request","sub_class_of":["https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RKY2B2HNSx5K82dgVN6Qn7"],"parent_class_of":[],"is_defined_by":null,"see_also":["https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RVRrqw2QfVD6UcPQLUMxaq"],"comment":null,"deprecated":false,"preferred_label":null,"alternative_labels":["I-130 Petition"],"translations":{},"hidden_label":null,"definition":"The Relative Sponsorship Request (in the U.S., I-130 Petition), is the initial step in the process of sponsoring a family member for a family-based immigrant visa (in the U.S., a Green Card). In the United States, the petitioner, typically a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, files Form I-130 with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to establish the qualifying relationship with the intending immigrant relative. Once the I-130 petition is approved, the sponsored relative can proceed with the green card application process, which often involves waiting for a visa number to become available in the appropriate family preference category.","examples":[],"notes":[],"history_note":null,"editorial_note":null,"in_scheme":null,"identifier":null,"description":null,"source":null,"country":null}