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Can I get green card with job offer?
One way to get a green card is through a job offer in the U.S., as most people who are interested in immigrating know. The offered job must be full-time and permanent—permanent in the sense that the employer expects the need for your services to be ongoing, not temporary or seasonal.
How many times can a green card holder travel outside the US?
Current regulations permit green card holders to leave and return to the United States multiple times per year: If you are a lawful permanent resident (green card holder), you may leave the U.S. multiple times and reenter, as long as you do not intend to stay outside the U.S. for 1 year or more.
What are the two questions to ask before applying for a green card?
Before starting the application process, there are two questions that you should answer first: 1. Are you eligible to apply? U.S. immigration laws provide a variety of ways for people to apply for a Green Card. The eligibility requirements may vary depending on the immigrant category you are applying under.
How do I apply for a green card for myself?
In some cases, you may be eligible to file for yourself. After USCIS approves the immigrant petition, and there is a visa available in your category, you file either a Green Card application with USCIS or a visa application with the U.S. Department of State. You go to a biometrics appointment to provide fingerprints, photos, and a signature.
How do I get a sponsor for a green card?
Being Sponsored for a Green Card Most people who apply for a Green Card will need to complete at least two forms—an immigrant petition and a Green Card application (Form I-485).
Can I file Form I-485 and green card at the same time?
If you do not currently have an approved immigrant petition, check the eligibility requirements for your Green Card category to see if you can file the petition and the Form I‑485 together at the same time (this is known as concurrent filing ). Please see our video on updates to Form I-485.