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It is possible, but very difficult based on the circumstances. They must first apply for B2 visitor visa. They must tell the truth on the application for a visitor visa. A decision must be made on the visitor visa. Once the decision is made a carefully prepared request for humanitarian parole must be made. Proof of the parents condition from the treating physician and the nursing home will be essential. This is not exactly an emergency. It is unclear when and whether the parents will yes. In addition, it's unclear if the parent is still coherent enough to appreciate the child is present United States for a visit. The petition was filed and approved for the parent has passed away, and there may be hope. I strongly recommend an appointment with a competent and experienced immigration attorney. I written on the subject of humanitarian parole. I have also filed with the proper authorities. I have also counseled other attorneys. These are troubling and unfortunate situations. Sometimes, the assistance of a Congressman or U. S. Senator may help.

USCIS and DOS fees are posted on their respective websites. You can use a PO Box as your mailing address. Assuming you are a US citizen, your mom should arrive in the US within a year of the date you petition for her.

I am not sure what PAR stands for nor what your status is. If you are a USC over 21, you can petition for your father to become a permanent resident (LPR). He can file for his spouse and any unmarried minor children or stepchildren under 21 (provided his marriage to their mother occurred before their 18th birthday - they will be in the FB-2a category which is backlogged several years. There are multiple steps involved. The first step can be filed for each immediately but does not give them the legal right to remain here after their B-2 expires so it is important to get them into another nonimmigrant status such as F-1 student (cannot attend public school). You really need a consultation to sort out the best immigration plan for each of your family members as what is best for one may not be best for another. If you would like to do this contact me as indicated below. We do charge for consultations but what you pay for the consult would then be a credit toward the fees for your case if we are retained after the consultation.