IfI have a green card and my son died in India leaving a wife who is unable to take care of their child, canI apply for my grandchild’s visa?
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IfI have a green card and my son died in India leaving a wife who is unable to take care of their child, canI apply for my grandchild’s visa?
I have the custody of the child. I’m 74 years old.
Asked on January 15, 2012 under Immigration Law, California
Answers:
SB, Member, California / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
You cannot petition for a grandchild; however, if you officially adopt the grandchild, then you can petition for him/her as your child. Since you are a green card holder, it will take some time (2-4 years). Once you become a US citizen, however, it will speed up the process considerably.
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