A foreign national can obtain a permanent resident card, also known as a green card, by marrying a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident. Applicants must prove their marriage is authentic. The final step in the naturalization process involves a marriage green card interview with U.S. Immigration. The thought of
For individuals hoping to complete their application on their own, applying for citizenship can be daunting. There are multiple requirements to meet and forms to complete. And if there are any mistakes, the U.S. Citizenship Immigration Services (USCIS) may reject your petition. One of the first steps in that long
Preparing your green card application requires a lot more than just the form. You’ll need to submit supporting documents that prove you’re eligible for U.S. permanent residence. What exactly are the green card documents you’ll need? That depends on your situation or eligibility category. Click below on your green card
If you’re an immigrant, a green card is a key to becoming a United States citizen. The formal term for a green card is a Permanent Residence Card. Having a green card allows you to legally live and work in the United States. There are three main ways immigrants can
When an immigrant wants to become a citizen of the United States, they start by filing an Application for Naturalization, Form N-400. This form is submitted to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), where it is reviewed and either approved or denied. While there are many reasons to become a
If you are married to a United States citizen or permanent resident, you may be eligible to apply for a green card. The process can be confusing, especially given the convoluted online application process over at the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). There are two basic paths to apply
As a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident (Green Card holder), you can play a pivotal role in your child’s immigration process. The time his or her immigration will take from start to finish will vary significantly depending on your immigration status and your child’s age, marital status, and current
U.S. citizens and green card holders are allowed to petition different relatives. But if you’re considering petitioning a relative for a green card, the process can be daunting. While there are a few ways to get a green card, petitioning a relative typically involves filing USCIS Form I-130. Form I-130, Petition
Do you have a work permit (EAD) that you’re planning to renew? You might benefit from a new rule that gives you temporary work authorization while your work permit renewal application (Form I-765) is pending. This is what you need to know about the new rule, which goes into effect on January 17,
Despite terminating the mandatory military draft on January 27, 1973, the United States still manages a database of eligible men used to furnish “trained and untrained manpower to the Department of Defense” in a national emergency. This means the United States does not maintain a conscripted military, and physically joining
