IR-2/CR-2 Child of U.S. Citizen
🇺🇸 United States visas · Family
What it is
Immediate-relative immigrant visa for the unmarried child under 21 of a U.S. citizen. CR-2 applies to step-children when the qualifying marriage is under 2 years old. No annual numerical cap.
Key facts
- Category
- Family
- Duration
- Permanent residence (Green Card)
- Processing time
- 15 months
- Path to permanent residence
- Direct route
- Age
- Under 21
- How to apply
- Embassy
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.
Fees
- Application fee
- USD 325
Key requirements
- U.S. citizen parent files Form I-130 petition
- Child must be unmarried and under 21
- Documentary evidence of parent-child relationship
- Affidavit of Support (Form I-864) from the petitioning parent
- Medical exam and consular interview
Working on this visa
Lawful permanent residents are authorized to be employed without restrictions as to location or type of employment (8 CFR 274a.12(a)(1)).
Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 1 August 2026.