United States Immigration Services

Online Guide to U.S. Visas, ESTA, Green Cards & More

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Green Card Application Guide

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The proof that a person is a lawful permanent resident in the United States can be provided by obtaining a Green Card or Permanent Resident Card. A Green Card holder has the right to work and live permanently in the United States. A valid Green Card means that the person is registered in the U.S. according to United States immigration law. The Green Card Application Guide provides a detailed overview of the Green Card process and details on how to apply for it.

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Overview of the Green Card
How do you qualify for a Green Card?
How to Adopt a Green Card
How to get a Green Card by Working
How to get a Green Card by Investing
How to get a Green Card by Marriage
How to get a Green Card through a relative
How to get a Green Card for a Special Immigrant
How to apply for the United States if you’re already here
How to apply for the United States if you’re not in the United States
Green Card Interview Information

Explanation of the differences between a permanent and conditional Green Card
Traveling with a Permanent Green Card or Conditional Green Card
Information regarding reentry permits available to Green Card holders
Information about eligibility
List of Documents Required
Information about Filing Fees
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
List of all USCIS Offices in the Nation
Directory of U.S. Consulates and Embassies
How to get the most recent United States immigration forms

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A person can apply for a Green Card in many ways. A person could be eligible for a Green Card by working but may also be eligible for one through a relative. It is important to know which type of application is more likely to be approved and processed quickly in this situation. To obtain a Green Card by employment, the applicant must have been granted a work visa such as an H-1B Visa. The sponsoring company must also be present. Learn about the eligibility criteria for Green Cards to help you prepare your application. Green Card applications are different depending on whether an applicant applies from the United States or overseas.

Green Card holders have several privileges including:

The right to live permanently in the United States
The right to work in the United States
The right to travel abroad for a certain period of time
The opportunity to apply for U.S. citizenship after a certain amount of years as a Green Card holder
The right to petition for a Green Card for the applicant’s spouse and any unmarried children under 21 years of age