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What documents do you need to file I-130?

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Ava Robinson

Published Feb 11, 2026

The required supporting documents for an I-130 petition typically include:

  • Proof that the sponsor is a U.S. citizen or green card holder.
  • Proof that a legally valid relationship exists.
  • Proof that the relationship is not fraudulent.
  • Proof of name changes for the sponsor and/or the person seeking a green card, if any.

Who Must File Form I-944?

In general, each applicant who submits Form I-485 must submit his or her own Form I-944 if the applicant is subject to the public charge ground of inadmissibility.

What forms do I need to file for immigration?

Here are the most common forms:

  • Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative.
  • Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker.
  • Form I-730, Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition.
  • Form I-589, Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal.

What is the legal process by which non citizens become citizens?

Becoming a citizen through naturalization is a process in which a non-U.S. citizen voluntarily becomes an American citizen. U.S. citizens: Owe their allegiance to the United States. Are entitled to its protection.

Is I-944 still required?

The Form I-944 has been discontinued. On Nov. 2, 2020, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois vacated the Inadmissibility on Public Charge Grounds final rule, 84 Fed. That decision was stayed by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit.

Can you fill out immigration forms online?

Submitting your application online provides you with several benefits. Get helpful instructions and tips from USCIS as you complete your form using our secure online filing system, avoid common mistakes, and pay your fees online.

What kind of documents do you need to apply for citizenship?

As part of the naturalization process, all U.S. citizenship applicants are required to provide supporting documents to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Which documents are necessary depends on each applicant’s situation.

Is there a need for a non citizen National Certificate?

As the Department has received few requests, there is no justification for the creation of a non-citizen national certificate. Designing a separate document that includes anti-fraud mechanisms was seen as an inefficient expenditure of resources.

Which is an acceptable I-9 document based on citizenship status?

Acceptable I-9 Documents Based on Citizenship Status A Citizen of the United States A Noncitizen National of the U.S. A Lawful Permanent Resident List A  U.S. Passport

Who is a non citizen of the United States?

(2) A person born outside the United States and is outlying possessions of parents both of whom are nationals, but not citizens, of the United States, and have had a residence in the United States, or one of its outlying possessions prior to the birth of such person;