Questions on Applying for Mom's GC

[offerrp]

Hi
My mom was here from April 2011-Jul 2011. Left to India for 3 weeks ( family ceremony) and back here Aug 5 2011. Would like to apply for her GC. Questions

1. How long does it take for Mom's GC ?

2. Her passport is expiring in Dec first week 2011. Should I renew her Passport before I apply for GC ?

3. HEr visitor visa is expiring April 2012. SHould I have to renew it before I do her GC ?

4. She will be returning back to India end of Dec 2011. If I apply her GC, Would this affect her trip anyway ? Can I apply for visitor visa after I apply for her GC ?

5. How long is she expected to stay here after I apply for her GC? Can she go to India?

Please answer. Thank you for your time & help

Ninja

[immihelp]

1. Around one year.
2. Not required.
3. Not required. Those are two indepdent things.
4. A. No. B. No.
5. She needs to go back to India on Advance Parole if you have already filed her I-485 before she goes back to India. (Which you would have because most people file I-130 and I-485 in case of USC's mother).

Also, make sure to read https://www.insubuy.com/new-immigrant-insurance/-plans/ Many people think about that after their parents get green card and are surprised. However, you should look into that before.