Asked in Immigration Law for Illinois

Q: Can I (22 y/o) apply for the 'Sons and daughters' green card

My grandfather (65 y/o) is a legal citizen of the US, who recently got into an accident and now needs permanent care. My father (42 y/o), who is a citizen of Lithuania, plans to apply for the 'Sons and daughters' permanent green card. If he is approved, he will have to live in the states for 5 years to become a citizen as my grandfather. My question: Can I (22 y/o) apply for the 'Sons and daughters' green card, when my father is not a citizen yet - when he's on the 5 years 'probation' period of becoming a citizen? Or do I have to wait for him to become a citizen?

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Jennifer Ibanez Whitlock
Jennifer Ibanez Whitlock
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  • Immigration Law Lawyer
  • St. Louis, MO

A: If your father becomes a lawful permanent resident and you are unmarried, he can petition for you to recurve a green card. There is a wait, though.

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