Description of the visa, its purpose, conditions, peculiarities of issuance, and guidelines for utilization.
Intended for spouses, unmarried children under 21, and parents of U.S. citizens, offering a direct, uncapped path to permanent residency for quick family reunification.
Visa validity period
The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.
from 1 day to 6 months
Consular fee
A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.
$325
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Eligible individuals
Spouse of U.S. citizen, family
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 6 months
Duration of stay:
Unlimited
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$325
Eligible individuals
Unmarried child under 21 of U.S. citizen, family
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 6 months
Duration of stay:
Unlimited
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$325
Eligible individuals
Adopted child, family
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 6 months
Duration of stay:
Unlimited
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$325
Eligible individuals
Child on way of adoption, family
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 6 months
Duration of stay:
Unlimited
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$325
Eligible individuals
Parent of U.S. citizen, family
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 6 months
Duration of stay:
Unlimited
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$325
Eligible individuals
Spouse of U.S. citizen, family
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 6 months
Duration of stay:
2 years
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$325
Eligible individuals
Unmarried child under 21 of U.S. citizen, family
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 6 months
Duration of stay:
2 years
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$325
Eligible individuals
Widow, widower of U.S. citizen, family
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 6 months
Duration of stay:
Unlimited
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$325
Eligible individuals
Unmarried child under 21 of IW1 visa holder
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 6 months
Duration of stay:
Unlimited
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$325
Eligible individuals
Spouse of U.S. citizen under VAWA
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 6 months
Duration of stay:
Unlimited
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$325
Eligible individuals
Child of U.S. citizen under VAWA
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 6 months
Duration of stay:
Unlimited
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$325
Eligible individuals
Child of IB1 visa holder
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 6 months
Duration of stay:
Unlimited
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$325
Eligible individuals
Parent of U.S. citizen under VINAAA , family
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 6 months
Duration of stay:
Unlimited
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$325
Last updated 2026-04-27
Travel purpose:
Residence permit
, long stay
, other