A permanent resident card, also known as a green card, allows foreign nationals to live and work in the United States permanently. Get the facts on how to qualify and apply for a green card.
Green Card Eligibility
Those who wish to apply for a green card must meet certain eligibility criteria. Visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ website for more details on each of the following categories.
- Green card through family
- Green card through employment
- Green card as a special immigrant
- Green card through refugee or asylee status
- Green card for human trafficking and crime victims
- Green card for victims of abuse
Green Card Application Process
In order to apply for a green card, the following steps must be completed:
- A U.S. citizen must file an immigration petition for the foreign national.
- After USCIS approves the petition, the foreign national will file a green card application .
- The foreign national will attend a biometrics appointment to provide fingerprints, photos, and a signature.
- The foreign national will attend an interview.
- The foreign national will receive a decision on their green card application.
Rights and Responsibilities of a Lawful Permanent Resident
A green card holder, or lawful permanent resident, has the right to:
- Live permanently in the United States provided they do not commit any actions that would make them removable under U.S. immigration law.
- Work in the U.S. at any legal work of their choosing.
- Be protected by all laws of the United States.
Seeking a Green Card? Contact Us Today
A green card is many immigrants’ first step on their journey toward full United States citizenship. If you are interested in acquiring a green card for yourself or for someone you love, our immigration lawyers at Akula & Associates are prepared to assist you.
Contact us today at (844) 299-5003 to learn how we can help you.