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Family-based immigrant visa: consular processing

A family immigrant applicant abroad completes the NVC and consular process after the petition and visa-number requirements are satisfied. The process includes DS-260, civil documents, financial sponsorship, medical examination, interview and any administrative processing before immigrant admission.

Timing

Check the official residence-period rule.

Government fee note

Check the official fee schedule.

Eligibility requirements

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Application and documents

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Official sources and verification record

Last verified2026-08-09

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