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How can I add on a family member to my EB-5 application at the I-526 stage?

After adjudication of I-526, how can a family member choose to follow and join in the DS-260 process? Then, what is the time limitation for the dependent to join?

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    Rani Emandi

    Immigration Attorney
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    The family member need not be added there, once the I-526 is approved; depending on where the dependent member is located, a follow to join application can be filed after approval. Is the person in or out of the U.S.? spouse or child under 21?

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    Belma Demirovic Chinchoy

    Immigration Attorney
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    Ask NVC to add the family member and issue a fee bill for them.

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    Salvatore Picataggio

    Immigration Attorney
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    Once the NVC sends the invoices for the applicants after I-526 approval, you should be able to add a family member (like a new baby).

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    Lynne Feldman

    Immigration Attorney
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    Send in a letter with proof of relationship or wait until is case is at NVC (if consular processing) and do that at that time. No limit for follow-to-join provided relationship existed prior to Principal''s immigration.

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    Fredrick W Voigtmann

    Immigration Attorney
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    Yes, you can add a family member to accompany or follow to join you. There is no time limit.

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    Bernard P Wolfsdorf

    Immigration Attorney
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    If there are new family members and you are processing abroad, merely notify NVC; if you are adjusting status, merely include them and the documents showing that they are eligible family.