F2A/F2B Visa
Unlock U.S. permanent residence for spouses and children of lawful permanent residents: the F-2A/F-2B categories convert an approved I-130 into a green card once the family’s priority date hits the Visa Bulletin, reuniting families and strengthening the American economy.
F-2A: Spouses and unmarried children (< 21) of green-card holders
F-2B: Unmarried sons and daughters (21+) of green-card holders
Approved Form I-130 showing the qualifying relationship
Petitioner maintains lawful permanent resident status until the beneficiary immigrates
Beneficiary is otherwise admissible (no disqualifying health, security, or public-charge grounds)
Must wait for a current priority date under the monthly State-Department Visa Bulletin; worldwide F-2A now moves in roughly 2–3 years, while F-2B often waits 5–7 years, depending on country cap
Processing Time
F2A: ~2–3 years total (I-130 + visa wait + processing)
F2B: ~6–12+ years total (depends on country/backlog)
Visa Duration
I-130: 6–12 months
Visa Bulletin: Wait varies by category/country
Next step: DS-260 (consular) or I-485 (AOS) when current
Green Card: 2-year conditional (<2 yrs marriage) or 10-year (≥2 yrs)
OpenSphere Services
I-130 prep & evidence checklists
Visa bulletin tracking & alerts
NVC uploads & document audit
Interview coaching & I-751 support
