¿Porque estan durando las peticiones familiares I-130?

21 Apr 2026 · 48 min
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In this live multilingual (Spanish‑English) session, immigration attorney Lorena Rivas explains the fundamentals of the family‑based petition (Form I‑130), who may file it, and why processing times have lengthened dramatically (often 18‑24 months for spouses of citizens, up to 2‑3 years for spouses of permanent residents, and even longer for certain categories). She discusses the downstream steps after I‑130 approval (permanent‑resident visas, consular interviews, waivers such as I‑601A, and biometrics). Throughout the broadcast she answers a rapid‑fire series of audience questions covering a wide range of immigration topics: biometric appointments for I‑765, VAWA and I‑360 delays, Visa U and Visa T timelines, DACA renewal windows, K‑1 fiancé visas, adjustment of status, travel permits (I‑131), 245(i) eligibility, 10‑year unlawful‑presence bars, parental sponsorship, and the impact of COVID‑era staffing shortages at USCIS. She repeatedly emphasizes that the delays stem from increased workload and staffing constraints, not from any change in eligibility, and urges clients to stay patient, keep documentation, and seek professional counsel. The session also serves as a promotional platform for Rivas & Associates, providing phone numbers, social‑media handles, and instructions for scheduling consultations. The tone is conversational, supportive, and occasionally urgent, reflecting both empathy for the audience’s frustration and confidence in the firm’s ability to navigate the system.

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