Family Based Immigration

Houston Family Immigration Attorney

Keeping your family together in the U.S. means facing a maze of immigration rules. Every year, families across Houston tackle green card forms, visa hurdles, and citizenship steps to stay united. The process can feel like a mountain, but with the right help, you can reach the summit and bring your loved ones home.

Family Immigration Paths in Houston

Your options depend on your connection to a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Spouse, child, parent, or sibling—each relationship comes with its own paperwork and wait times. We’ve guided families from Spring to Conroe and all over Houston through these twists and turns, helping them secure their future together.

Who Can File for Family Members

Family-based immigration falls into two main buckets. Knowing where you land shapes what comes next:

• Immediate Relatives of U.S. Citizens
• Family Preference Categories
• Special Rules for Children
• Marriage-Based Petitions

At Goodnews Law Firm, we dig into every detail of your family’s story to find the best route. Many Houston families are surprised to learn they have more than one way forward, especially when different members have different immigration statuses.

Roadblocks in Family Immigration

Getting the Paperwork Right

Solid documentation is everything. You’ll need:

• Birth and marriage records
• Proof of citizenship or green card status
• Financial evidence
• Proof your relationships are real

One missing form can stall your case for months. After years of handling family petitions in Houston and Dallas, we know exactly what immigration officers want to see—and what trips people up.

How Long Does Family Immigration Take?

Timelines swing widely. Some immediate relative cases wrap up in a few months; others, especially in the preference categories, can drag on for years. Knowing what to expect helps families from Katy to The Woodlands plan for what’s ahead.

Houston’s Unique Family Immigration Landscape

Houston’s diversity brings extra layers to family immigration. With our city’s border proximity and global mix, we often see cases where one family includes citizens, green card holders, and undocumented members—all under one roof.

Houston Resources for Immigrant Families

• USCIS Field Offices
• Local doctors for immigration medical exams
• Translation services
• Community organizations

Houston offers a wealth of support. From medical specialists in the Texas Medical Center to cultural groups across the city, we connect families with the resources that make the process smoother.

Ready to Start Your Family Immigration Case?

Call Goodnews Law Firm at 281-935-2319 or book your consultation online to take the first step.