US Immigration

Green Cards

Green Card A United States Permanent Resident Card, commonly known as a Green Card, serves as proof of a person's lawful permanent resident status in the United States. An individual with a Green Card has the right to live and work permanently in the United States. There are various ways to qualify for a Green Card. It is recommended to learn about the different criteria of eligibility for Green Cards and to determine how you can best prepare for your application. The Green Card application process also depends if the applicant is applying from within the United States or from abroad.
 
  1. Address Change and Green Card Information Package

    The Change of Address and Green Card Information Package includes the Change of Address for Green Card and Visa Holders Information Guide and the Green Card Information Guide.
  2. Change of Address for Green Card and Visa Holders

    Green Card and Visa holders are required by law to notify the USCIS within 10 days of any address changes.
  3. Green Card and U.S. Citizenship Package

    The Green Card and US Citizenship Package includes the Green Card Application and US Citizenship Application Guide.
  4. Green Card Application and U.S. Newcomer's Guide Package

    The Green Card Application and U.S. Newcomer's Guide Package includes the Green Card Application Guide and the U.S. Newcomer's Guide.
  5. Green Card Application Guide

    An individual with a Green Card has the right to live and work permanently in the United States.
  6. Green Card as a Special Immigrant

    Green Card filing instructions and all the required application forms for individuals who qualify as special immigrants.
  7. Green Card Information Guide

    Information for current Green Card holders and individuals who would like to know more about the benefits and obligations of being a United States permanent resident.
  8. Green Card Renewal and Information Package

    The Green Card Renewal and Information Package includes the Green Card Renewal Application Guide and the Green Card Information Guide
  9. Green Card Renewal Application Guide

    Submit your Green Card Renewal application. Green Card holders (United States permanent residents) with expired Green Cards may be considered "out of status" and may be denied entry into the United States.
  10. Green Card Replacement and U.S. Citizenship Package

    The Green Card Replacement and U.S. Citizenship Package includes the Green Card Replacement Application Guide and the U.S. Citizenship Guide
  11. Green Card Replacement Application Guide

    Submit a Green Card replacement application if your Green Card has been lost, stolen, mutilated, destroyed or becomes illegible.
  12. Green Card through Adoption

    Learn how U.S. citizens can adopt a foreign child and sponsor him/her for a Green Card.
  13. Green Card through Employment

    Learn about Employment-Based Green Card Applications and how a U.S. company can sponsor your Green Card application.
  14. Green Card through Investment

    Green Cards through Investment (also called the Fifth Preference Green Card or EB-5) are available to anyone who invests a certain amount of money in the United States by creating a business or expanding one that already exists.
  15. Green Card through Marriage Application Guide

    Apply for a Green Card throught Marriage to a U.S. citizen. Spouses of U.S. citizens are considered "immediate relatives" under immigration laws; therefore they are excluded from all numerical quota limitations.
  16. Green Card through Marriage to a U.S. Citizen

    Learn how a foreign citizen can apply for a Green Card through marriage to a United States citizen.
  17. Green Card through Marriage to Green Card Holder

    Apply for a Green Card through marriage to a person who is already a Green Card holder (United States permanent resident). Spouses and children of permanent residents qualify for Green Cards as long as they are otherwise eligible.
  18. Green Card through Permanent Resident Relative Application Guide

    Apply for a Green Card through a relative who is already a U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder). Spouses and children of U.S. permanent residents qualify for Green Card status if they meet the required criteria and their permanent resident relative
  19. Green Card through Relatives Application Guide

    Family members may be eligible to apply for permanent resident status (also known as a Green Card) if the sponsoring relative is a United States citizen.
  20. Green Card Updates (including Name Changes)

    Learn how to change the name on your Green Card or update any incorrect information.
  21. Immigration Medical Exam Guide (incl. List of Approved Doctors)

    The Immigration Medical Exam is necessary for individuals who wish to adjust status (to Green Card holder) in the United States or apply for an immigrant visa abroad.
  22. Reentry Permit Application

    Green Card holders with extended trips outside the United States may be required to apply for a reentry permit.
  23. Remove Conditions on Permanent Residence (Green Card)

    Green Cards that are issued through Marriage or Investments have a 2-year conditional residence restriction. Learn how to remove the conditions and make it a permanent a Green Card.