An F4 visa allows U.S. citizens to petition for siblings under the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. § 1153). Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. assists Kings County (Brooklyn) residents with the visa petition process. Current wait times exceed 13 years for most countries. Consultation by appointment.
Last verified: April 2026 | Kings County Supreme Court | Kings County Supreme Court website
The F4 visa is a family-based immigrant visa category under INA § 203(a)(4) (8 U.S.C. § 1153(a)(4)). It permits U.S. citizens aged 21 or older to petition for their brothers or sisters (including siblings through adoption or half-siblings). The visa petition process begins with filing Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, with USCIS. Annual caps and per-country limits create significant backlogs. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C., founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris, handles F4 visa petitions for Kings County (Brooklyn) residents.
See the USCIS Forms and Fees page for current filing costs. Review the Kings County Supreme Court website for local court information.
Immigration cases for Kings County (Brooklyn) residents are processed at the applicable USCIS Field Location — NYC residents at 26 Federal Plaza, Manhattan, NY 10278. Removal proceedings are heard at the New York Immigration Court at 26 Federal Plaza or Varick Street Immigration Court. New York has strong sanctuary policies — NYC Executive Order 41 limits city cooperation with ICE detainers.
- Determine your eligibility as a U.S. citizen aged 21 or older with a qualifying sibling relationship.
- Gather required documents: your birth certificate, your sibling’s birth certificate, and proof of your U.S. citizenship.
- File Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, with the USCIS Dallas Lockbox or online through the USCIS website.
- Wait for USCIS approval (12-18 months average). The petition enters the National Visa Center queue once approved.
- Monitor the Visa Bulletin for your priority date to become current. This can take 13+ years depending on your sibling’s country of birth.
- When the priority date is current, your sibling completes consular processing at the U.S. embassy or consulate in their home country.
In Kings County (Brooklyn), F4 visa processing involves federal jurisdiction under the Immigration and Nationality Act with no criminal penalties for the petitioner, but significant consequences for misrepresentation.
| Offense | Classification | Incarceration | Fine | License Impact | Additional Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visa fraud / misrepresentation | Federal civil violation (INA § 212(a)(6)(C)) | None (civil penalty) | Up to $10,000 per violation | N/A | Permanent inadmissibility bar; removal proceedings; ban on future immigration benefits |
| Immigration marriage fraud (if applicable) | Federal felony (8 U.S.C. § 1325(c)) | Up to 5 years | Up to $250,000 | N/A | Permanent inadmissibility; deportation; criminal record |
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. was founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris. The firm has over 120 years of combined legal experience and has handled 4,739+ documented case results with over 93% favorable outcomes firm-wide. Mr. Sris personally amended Va. Code § 20-107.3 (equitable distribution statute) and provides immigration representation for Kings County (Brooklyn) residents. The firm’s tagline: “Advocacy Without Borders.”
SRIS actively practices here — firm-wide, SRIS has handled 4,739+ documented case results with over 93% favorable outcomes across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC.
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Our New York location serves clients at Kings County (Brooklyn) courts, accessible via BQE (I-278), Atlantic Ave, Flatbush Ave, Belt Pkwy. F4 visa lawyer near Brooklyn Courthouse (Jay St), Barclays Center, DUMBO, Brooklyn Bridge, Prospect Park. Serving Brooklyn neighborhoods: Downtown, Williamsburg, Park Slope, DUMBO, Brooklyn Heights, Bushwick, Crown Heights, Flatbush, Bay Ridge, Bed-Stuy, Bensonhurst, Coney Island, Brownsville, Sunset Park. 24/7 phone consultations — (888) 437-7747 — meetings by appointment only.
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Can I file an F4 visa petition for my half-sibling?
Yes. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recognizes half-siblings as qualifying relatives for F4 visa petitions, provided you share at least one common parent. The relationship must be established through birth certificates or other official documents showing the shared parent.
How long does the F4 visa process take for a sibling from India?
It depends. For siblings born in India, current U.S. Department of State Visa Bulletin data shows wait times exceeding 13 years for F4 visa priority dates to become current. The wait depends on annual visa caps and per-country limits.
What happens if my sibling marries while the F4 petition is pending?
No. The F4 visa category requires the sibling to remain unmarried. If your sibling marries before the visa is issued, the petition is automatically revoked. The sibling’s spouse and children cannot accompany them under the F4 category.
Can I file an F4 visa petition if I am a lawful permanent resident (green card holder)?
No. Only U.S. citizens aged 21 or older may file F4 visa petitions for siblings. Lawful permanent residents cannot petition for siblings under any family-based immigration category. You must naturalize as a U.S. citizen first.
Where is the immigration court for Kings County (Brooklyn), New York?
Removal proceedings at New York Immigration Court, 26 Federal Plaza, Manhattan, or Varick Street Immigration Court. USCIS NYC Field Office at 26 Federal Plaza handles affirmative applications. NY has strong sanctuary policies limiting cooperation with ICE enforcement.
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Last verified: April 2026. Information current as of April 2026. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for updated guidance.