The processing time for bringing your child to the U.S. as a lawful permanent resident depends on their age and marital status. If your child is under 21 and unmarried, they fall under the F2A category, which generally has shorter wait times often 1 to 2 years. If your child is over 21 or married, they fall into the F2B category, which can involve significantly longer wait times, often 5 to 10 years or more.

If you're a green card holder, the time it takes to bring your child to the U.S. really depends on how old they are and whether they're married. If they’re under 21 and not married, good news — the wait is usually a year or two, sometimes less, depending on your country. But if they’re over 21 or married, the process can take a lot longer — even 5 to 10 years

It depends on your child’s age and marital status. If they’re unmarried and under 21, it could take 1–2 years