Only nonresident aliens who are U.S. nationals, residents of Canada, Mexico and South Korea; or residents of India who were students or business apprentices can have a qualifying dependent. In general, a dependent is a qualifying child or a qualifying relative. Three exceptions apply.

Can I claim my non citizen parents as dependent?

Yes. The person doesn’t have to live with you in order to qualify as your dependent on taxes. However, the person must be a relative who meets one of the following relationship test requirements: Your legally adopted dependent.

Can a foreign sibling apply for an US visa?

The sibling of U.S. visa (4th) category provides foreign siblings with the opportunity to reunite with family members living in the United States and become permanent residents. In addition, the spouse and children under 21 years of age of the foreign sibling may accompany the foreign sibling and apply for permanent residence as well.

Can a US citizen claim a foreign dependent?

As long as your dependent is a U.S. citizen, resident alien or national, and all other exemption requirements are met, his foreign residency is irrelevant for the purpose of claiming him on your return.

Can a green card holder bring a sibling to the US?

Bringing Siblings to Live in the United States as Permanent Residents. To petition to bring your sibling (brother or sister) to live in the United States as a Green Card holder, you must be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years of age. Permanent residents may not petition to bring siblings to live permanently in the United States.

Can a u.s.citizen sponsor a sibling?

A: Yes, there is an age requirement to sponsor a U.S. citizen’s brothers and sisters immigration to United Stats. If you are a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years old, you are eligible to petition for an immigrant visa for your brother or sister to live and work permanently in the United States.