How long does F3 visa category take?
How long does F3 visa category take?
one to ten years
F3 Visa Processing Time Since there is a very limited number of F3 visas allotted each year, the USCIS takes time to process applications thoroughly. Due to the number of applications received each year by USCIS, the processing time ranges from one to ten years.
What is F3 family visa?
The F3 visa is a family-based Green Card that is part of the ‘Preference Relative’ category of US family visas. This visa is for the married child of a U.S. citizen and the spouse and children of the married child.
How do I check my priority date?

You can find your priority date on the I-797 form mailed by USCIS approving your I-130 petition. Current: In the context of the visa bulletin, “current” means no backlog and no wait time for a green card. A particular priority date becomes “current” once it reaches the front of the line and a green card is available.
How long does it take to petition a unmarried child over 21?
On average, you can expect to wait around 3-4 years to receive an I-130 petition approval as the unmarried son or daughter over age 21 of a U.S. citizen or green card holder. Once the I-130 petition is approved, adult sons and daughters must wait for an immigrant visa number to become available.

How can I get F3 visa?
Applying for the F3 visa
- File Form DS-260. Form DS-260, Immigrant Visa Electronic Application is the form which all applicants for immigrant visas must submit.
- Complete medical examination and vaccination.
- Compile documents file.
- Attend interview.
- Receive NVC packet and travel to the US.
Is my priority date current?
Can my wife use my priority date?
No, unfortunately no you cannot port the date of your spouse’s I-140 petition; the only porting allowed is cross country chargeability that’s allowed between spouses if she was born in another country. If she was born in another country (where the date is current), you can use this date.