US Green Card

US Green Card

Everything You Need to Know

A green card, or permanent resident card, is a permanent visa for the USA that is renewable. A green card gives you the status of a permanent resident along with legal rights to work in the USA. Once you have a green card, you may apply for US citizenship after a few years of staying in the USA. Our resources below will guide you through starting your green card application process.

Employee Based

Family Based

Green Card Holder Benefits

US Green Card

– Permanent residence in the US

– Ability to own property in the US

– Can travel between the US and your country of origin without needing a visitor or business visa

– May seek employment and work in the US without the need for a work visa or work authorization

– Register and run your own business in the US

– Study in the US

– Sponsor US immigrant visas for family members

– Apply for US citizenship after 5 years of residing in the US

– Same rights and protection as an American citizen

Additional Helpful Green Card Resources

USA Visa Guide

learn about the different types of visas