Who the F2B is for
#- Unmarried adult children (21+) of LPRs
- Applicants with documented family relationships
- Families planning for longer priority date waits
Official guidance to review
#Use the official USCIS humanitarian program pages for eligibility and filing steps.
Requirements checklist (high level)
#- Form I-130 filed by the LPR sponsor
- Proof of relationship and unmarried status
- DS-260 immigrant visa application
- Medical exam and consular interview
Documents and evidence
#- Birth certificates and civil documents
- I-130 approval notice
- Visa Bulletin priority date evidence
- DS-260 confirmation and police certificates
Step-by-step overview
#- File I-130 and monitor the Visa Bulletin.
- Complete NVC steps when the date is current.
- Attend interview and medical exam.
- Enter the U.S. as a permanent resident.
Fees (verify before you pay)
#Immigrant visa fees, affidavit of support fees, and USCIS petition fees can apply. Immigrant visa and affidavit of support fees apply.
Last verified: 2026-02-02 • Visa fee schedule (Department of State)
Last verified: 2026-02-02 • USCIS filing fees
Processing times
#Processing depends on USCIS petitions, NVC timelines, and visa bulletin availability. F2B categories can have longer waits.
Last verified: 2026-02-02 • USCIS processing times tool
Last verified: 2026-02-02 • Visa appointment wait times (Department of State)
Common mistakes that cause delays
#- Failure to document unmarried status
- Missing NVC document requirements
- Incorrect priority date tracking
FAQs
Who qualifies for F2B?
F2B is for unmarried adult children (21+) of lawful permanent residents.
What happens if I marry while in F2B?
Marriage can change eligibility. You may no longer qualify for F2B and might need a new petition if eligible.
Are F2B wait times long?
F2B is subject to annual caps and can have multi-year waits depending on country of chargeability.
Sources
Last reviewed: 2026-01-29
- Family immigration (Department of State)
- Family preference immigrant visas (Department of State)
- Immigrant visas overview (Department of State)
- Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative (USCIS)
- Visa fee schedule (Department of State)
- Visa appointment wait times (Department of State)
- USCIS processing times tool
VisaMind provides informational guidance only and is not a government agency. This is not legal advice. Requirements can change and eligibility depends on your specific facts. If your case is complex or high-stakes, consult a licensed immigration attorney.
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