How fast will it take to apply for greencard or immigration for my brother? I am thinking to apply for him and his wife and kids

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   Theresa Langford

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   Answered September 03, 2012 11:30. Assuming you are an American citizen, the process of the application is fairly straightforward, and could likely be completed within a few weeks. The problem is that sibling visas are on an extremely long waiting list, and it would probably be many years before they could immigrate. There are specific forms and processes. A brief consultation with an immigration attorney could provide you with the basic information.

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   Mary Madrid-CrostPro

   Chicago Immigration Attorney

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   Answered September 03, 2012 12:01. Check the Visa Bulletin to see te waiting time fro siblings to immigrate to the U.S. This is an F4 family based petition which takes no less than 10 years (more than 20 even), depending on the countryr of citizenship of your brother.

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   Giacomo BeharPro

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   Answered September 03, 2012 11:31. I agree with my colleague.

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