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.

Who is the Visa for?

  • F-2A: Spouses and unmarried children (< 21) of green-card holders

  • F-2B: Unmarried sons and daughters (21+) of green-card holders

Eligibility Requirements

  • 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

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)

Processing Time:

  • F2A: ~2–3 years total (I-130 + visa wait + processing)

  • F2B: ~6–12+ years total (depends on country/backlog)

OpenSphere Services:

  • I-130 prep & evidence checklists

  • Visa bulletin tracking & alerts

  • NVC uploads & document audit

  • Interview coaching & I-751 support