You'll need to file a petition (Form I-130) with USCIS to establish the family relationship, and once approved, your family member can apply for a visa.

As a US citizen or lawful permanent resident, you'll need to meet income requirements and file an affidavit of support (Form I-864) to sponsor your family member.

If sponsoring an immediate relative like a spouse, parent, or unmarried child under 21, you can file Form I-130 and they'll be eligible for a visa once the petition is approved.

For family preference categories like siblings or married children, you'll need to file Form I-130 and wait for a visa number to become available based on priority dates and visa bulletin movement.