I-130 Petition for Alien Relative — paperwork help in Columbus

Planning your I-130 paperwork

Organize the petitioner’s and relative’s records separately, then group the civil and relationship documents that apply to the petition you selected. An I-130 petition and a later visa or adjustment application are different tasks; confirm which work your preparation fee covers.

Official I-130 page and current instructions

Records to gather for a preparation appointment

Use this list to organize the records you already have. It is not a complete filing checklist. The current agency instructions, your request and any advice from your qualified representative determine what must be submitted.

Petitioner proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residence
Beneficiary birth certificate
Marriage certificate for spouse cases
Divorce or death records ending prior marriages
Evidence of a bona fide relationship when relevant
Certified English translations for non-English documents

Tell us about missing records or conflicting names and dates. Bring instructions for any translation or certification required; confirm that separate work and its price before ordering it.

Asal I-130 preparation: $350

Flat fee for non-attorney paperwork preparation using your information and selected form. Government filing fees are separate. We confirm the scope before work begins.

View all service fees and what preparation includes

How the preparation appointment works

Call to confirm your selected form or records task, preparation scope, price and appointment availability.
Bring the requested records and your factual answers. We identify missing clerical information and keep your documents organized.
For agreed preparation work, you review the typed answers, documents and signatures before a submission. Questions requiring legal or medical judgment go to the appropriate professional.
Keep your final copy and agency correspondence. Preparation timing is separate from agency processing; no approval date or result is guaranteed.

Government fees and professional responsibilities

Check the official I-130 page for the current edition, fee, filing method and agency notices. A listed Asal preparation fee is a private service charge. Do not assume a fee waiver, reduced agency charge or open filing period applies to you.

We provide clerical paperwork assistance. We do not select your immigration benefit, decide eligibility, give legal advice, develop case strategy, or represent you before USCIS or immigration court. Legal questions should go to a licensed immigration attorney or a DOJ-accredited representative working through a recognized organization.