NOTE: If you are the spouse, minor child or parent of a U.S. citizen, then you are an immediate relative so the preference categories do not apply to you. Go here instead. U.S. immigration law allows certain noncitizens who are family members of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to become lawful permanent residents (get a Green Card) based on specific family relationships. Other family members eligible to apply for a Green Card are described in the following family “preference immigrant” categories:

PREFERENCE CATEGORY Second preference (F2B) – unmarried sons and daughters (21 years of age and older) of lawful permanent residents. NUMBER AVAILABLE 23,400 green cards are available each year WHAT TO SUBMIT Note: Certain forms, including Form I-485, have a filing fee. You must submit the correct filing fee for each form, unless you are exempt or eligible for a fee waiver.