• If you have an approved I-130 based on a family petition, and you are currently living in another country, then you must go through consular processing. This begins when USCIS automatically transfers your approved I-130 to the National Visa Center for pre-processing. When your priority date is current, the NVC will direct you to submit an application form (CEAC), fees, and all requested documents. After the NVC has approved your case, it will be sent to the appropriate U.S. Embassy or Consulate for the scheduling of your interview.

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• If you have an approved I-130 based on a family petition, but you are inadmissible to the United States for some reason, you must  go through consular processing. This means that you will have to go to an interview at an embassy or consulate in your home country.

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• If you currently live in the United States, you first have to get a waiver, which is a form that asks for forgiveness from the United States for your illegal presence here. If you have an approved waiver that means that you have permission to re-enter the United States after you pass your interview.

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• Determining whether you’re eligible for this form of relief is complicated. Please schedule a consultation if you think you might eligible.