A United States Permanent Resident Card, often referred to as a green card is an ID card. Getting a green card refers to the immigration process of becoming a permanent resident in the U.S. A person holding permanent resident status can live and work in the U.S. and can apply for United States citizenship after five years of permanent residency.
Green Card Processes
There are various ways to gain permanent residence status. The following are a few of the procedures to help you apply.
Green Card Eligibility
Consular Processing
Adjustment of Status
Concurrent Filing
Visa Availability
Work Authorization
Affidavit of Support
Child Status Protection Act
www.uscis.gov
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Fast Facts
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Green Cards were at one time issued by the Immigration and Naturalization Service.
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They are now issued by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, USCIS.
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The process of gaining permanent residency status can take several years.
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There are different ways in which to get permanent residence status or Green Card.
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You may be able to apply and get your permanent resident card through several different processes including, your family, employment, asylum status or other provisions.
