If you’re a green card holder with children in the U.S. who don’t have legal status, you might be wondering about your options. First, congratulations on your green card status! Now, let’s talk about filing for your kids.

If your children are in the U.S. and are under 21, you can file for them. It’s important that they entered the country with a visa or parole, which shows legal entry. This allows you to file for adjustment of status at the same time. The process typically takes about 12 to 15 months.