I’m a refugee in the U.S., and I want to bring my wife and children who are still overseas. What can I do?

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Adele Elke · Accepted Answer

You can file Form I-730 within 2 years of receiving refugee/asylee status.

Henry Claus · Answer

Your spouse and children must prove their relationship to you existed before your entry

Carl Bruno · Answer

The process can take several months and involves interviews at U.S. embassie

Azra Aziza · Answer

Your relatives will enter the U.S. as derivatives of your status, after 1 year, they too may apply for Green Cards

Farouq Musa · Answer

You can file Form I-730 (Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition) within two years of your arrival to bring your spouse and children to the U.S.

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