The Green Card Process: A Step-by-Step Guide
Obtaining a green card is a major milestone for those seeking permanent residency in the United States. The process begins with determining your eligibility—commonly through family, employment, asylum, or special programs. Next comes the filing of a petition (usually Form I-130 or I-140) by a sponsor or employer. Once approved, you either adjust status (if inside the U.S.) or go through consular processing (if abroad). You’ll then undergo biometrics, attend an interview, and complete a medical exam.
If successful, you’ll receive your green card in the mail. The process may take several months to years, depending on the category and backlog. It’s crucial to file correctly and respond promptly to USCIS requests. Having legal guidance ensures accuracy and improves your chances of success. Let our team assist you at every step of the journey.
Common Immigration Visa Types and Their Requirements
The U.S. immigration system offers a variety of visa types, each with specific purposes and eligibility criteria. Family-based visas (like IR or F categories) allow relatives of U.S. citizens or green card holders to immigrate. Employment-based visas (H-1B, L-1, O-1) are for skilled workers, executives, and individuals with extraordinary abilities. Investor visas (E-2, EB-5) require substantial capital investment in a U.S. business. Student visas (F-1) allow international students to pursue education, while tourist visas (B-2) permit short visits.
Each visa requires supporting documentation, proof of eligibility, and compliance with USCIS or consular processing rules. Errors or incomplete filings can result in delays or denials. That’s why it’s essential to choose the right visa and prepare your case carefully. Our experienced immigration attorneys can help you navigate the options and submit a strong application.
Afrikaans
አማርኛ
العربية
Azərbaycanca
беларуская
български
বাংলা
Bosanski
Català
Cebuano
Čeština
Cymraeg
Dansk
Deutsch
Ελληνικά
English
Esperanto
Eesti
فارسی
Suomi
Français
Gaeilge
ગુજરાતી
עברית
Hrvatski
Magyar
Հայերեն
Bahasa Indonesia
Íslenska
Italiano
日本語
ქართული
Қазақ тілі
ខ្មែរ
한국어
ລາວ
Lietuvių
Latviešu
Bahasa Melayu
မြန်မာ
Nederlands
Norsk
Polski
Português
Română
Русский
Svenska
ไทย
Türkçe
Українська
اردو
Tiếng Việt
中文 (简体)
中文 (繁體)
Yorùbá
Монгол
Кыргызча
Türkmen
O‘zbek
Тоҷикӣ
پښتو
සිංහල
नेपाली
Kinyarwanda
Soomaali
chiShona
Chichewa
Sesotho
Gagana Samoa
Kreyòl ayisyen