Immigration I-130 Approval Form

IMMIGRATION I-130 APPROVAL FORM

This Immigration I-130 Approval Form (the Approval) is entered into by and between Petitioner Name: (Petitioner), Petitioner Alien Registration Number: and Beneficiary Name: (Beneficiary), Beneficiary Alien Registration Number: .

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Petitioner filed a Petition for Alien Relative, Form I-130, Receipt Number: , with a priority date of ; and

WHEREAS, the supporting evidence submitted by Petitioner included documentation of relationship and Petitioner status, including proof of citizenship or lawful permanent residency as indicated below: Petitioner Citizenship Status: U.S. Citizen Lawful Permanent Resident; and

WHEREAS, after review of the petition, supporting evidence, and applicable law, an adjudicator has made findings as set forth herein.

NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing recitals and mutual covenants contained herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. APPROVAL

1.1 Determination. The Petition for Alien Relative filed by Petitioner is hereby approved as to the Beneficiary, subject to the conditions and limitations set forth in this Approval. The approval constitutes a determination that Petitioner has established the qualifying family relationship to Beneficiary under the Immigration and Nationality Act and applicable regulations as of the effective approval date.

1.2 Effective Date. The effective date of approval is: .

2. EFFECT OF APPROVAL

2.1 Non-Guarantee of Admission. Approval of the petition is an adjudicative determination of relationship and does not guarantee admission to the country of intended residence, confer immigrant status, or override statutory bars to admission, including inadmissibility on criminal, public charge, or health grounds.

2.2 Processing Path. Beneficiary remains subject to the appropriate processing pathway selected below (select one or more as applicable): Consular processing for immigrant visa Application for adjustment of status

3. CONDITIONS, OBLIGATIONS AND ACTIONS REQUIRED

3.1 Medical Examination and Admissibility. Beneficiary must satisfy any required medical examination, vaccination, and admissibility criteria under applicable law prior to issuance of any immigrant visa or adjustment of status.

3.2 Cooperation. Petitioner and Beneficiary shall cooperate with any requests for documentation or interviews reasonably necessary to effectuate immigrant visa issuance or adjustment of status. Failure to cooperate may result in revocation of approval.

3.3 Notification of Address. Each party shall maintain current contact information. Notices and correspondence to Petitioner shall be sent to:

4. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES

4.1 Petitioner Representations. Petitioner represents and warrants that, to the best of Petitioner’s knowledge, the information and documentation provided in support of the Petition were true, correct and complete as of the time submitted; that the Petitioner meets the statutory eligibility criteria; and that no material fact relevant to eligibility was knowingly omitted.

4.2 Beneficiary Representations. Beneficiary represents and warrants that all biographical and supporting information provided is true and acknowledges that any material misrepresentation may result in revocation of approval and potential immigration consequences.

5. NOTICES

5.1 Method. All notices required or permitted under this Approval shall be in writing and delivered by personal delivery, recognized courier, or first-class mail, postage prepaid, to the addresses provided in this form or to such other address as a party may designate in writing.

5.2 Notice Contacts. Primary contact for Petitioner: Name: Phone:

Primary contact for Beneficiary: Name: Phone:

6. REVOCATION, DENIAL OR MODIFICATION

6.1 Grounds. Approval granted herein may be revoked, denied, or otherwise modified if: (a) material misrepresentation or fraud is discovered; (b) material facts were omitted at the time of adjudication; (c) Beneficiary becomes inadmissible under applicable statutes; or (d) other legal grounds arise pursuant to applicable law and regulation.

6.2 Effect of Revocation. Revocation of approval shall render this Approval null and void as of the date of revocation and may subject the parties to additional legal consequences as provided by law.

7. GOVERNING LAW

This Approval shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the regulations promulgated thereunder. For purposes of dispute resolution arising under this Approval, the parties submit to the jurisdiction of the federal courts to the extent permitted by law. State law governing interpretation may be specified as:

8. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Approval, together with all documents incorporated by reference and any attachments expressly identified herein, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter of the Petition and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous understandings, agreements, or representations, whether written or oral.

9. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of this Approval is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect and shall be construed so as to effectuate the original intent of the parties to the fullest extent permitted by law.

10. AMENDMENTS; WAIVER; COUNTERPARTS

10.1 Amendments. Any amendment to this Approval must be made in writing and signed by both parties.

10.2 Waiver. No failure or delay by any party in exercising any right under this Approval shall operate as a waiver of such right unless made in writing and signed by the party granting the waiver.

10.3 Counterparts. This Approval may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.

11. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

By signing below, the parties acknowledge that they have read and understand the contents of this Approval, that the statements made herein are true to the best of their knowledge, and that they accept the terms, conditions, and possible consequences described herein.

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