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Everything you need to understand before you start, in plain language and based on official U.S. sources. Every guide is also available in Arabic.
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U.S. family reunification in 2026: who qualifies, how long it takes, and how to start
The core guide: who can sponsor whom, the official categories, timelines, fees and steps.
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How long does U.S. family reunification take? Timelines by category
The expected timeline for each category, how to read your place in line, and what delays a case.
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Sponsoring a spouse for the U.S.: citizen vs. green card holder
IR1, CR1 and F2A: the differences, timelines and how to prove a genuine marriage.
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Updated monthlyThe U.S. Visa Bulletin explained: November 2026
This month’s family category dates and how to tell whether your turn has come. Updated monthly.
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The embassy interview for a U.S. family visa: what to expect and how to prepare
Documents, the medical exam, common questions and what happens after the interview.
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By country
JordanThe U.S. Embassy in Amman, 2026 restrictions, Jordan documents and the wait.
EgyptThe U.S. Embassy in Cairo, 2026 restrictions, Egypt documents and the wait.
IraqThe U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, 2026 restrictions, Iraq documents and the wait.
LebanonThe U.S. Embassy in Beirut, 2026 restrictions, Lebanon documents and the wait.
MoroccoThe U.S. Consulate General in Casablanca, 2026 restrictions, Morocco documents and the wait.
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