Immigrant Visas

Immigrating to the United States to live permanently is an important and complex decision. This section provides information to help foreign citizens desiring to permanently immigrate to determine the visas, requirements and related materials they will need to apply to live legally in the United States. 

Application instructions are based on the visa you require. Please select one of the following choices.  Are you intending to immigrate to the United States as a/an:

1)  Spouse of a U.S. citizen

2)  Child of a U.S. citizen

3)  Parent of a U.S. citizen

4)  Fiancé(e) to marry a U.S. citizen

5)  Employment

6)  Other family members

7)  Diversity Visa

—  DV-2009 Lottery Instructions
—  Frequently asked questions about E-DV registration

If you are waiting for your priority date for a family- or employment-based visa, please refer to the Visa Bulletin to find out if your date has become current.