Green Card Through Marriage & Employment: Your Journey to Permanent U.S. Residency

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Whether through matrimonial ties or occupational pathways, Barducci Law Firm is devoted to guiding you through the intricate process of securing a Green Card – a critical step towards your American dream. We can help you with:

Green Card Application: Requirements and Options for Obtaining a Green Card

Applying for a green card in the United States is a significant step towards achieving permanent residency, allowing individuals to live and work in the country indefinitely. However, the process can be complex and overwhelming, with various eligibility requirements and pathways to explore. Barducci Law stands ready to assist you in navigating the intricacies of the green card application, ensuring a smooth and successful journey towards obtaining lawful permanent resident status.

Requirements for Green Card Application:
  1. Eligible Immigrant Category: To apply for a green card, individuals must fall into specific immigrant categories, such as family-sponsored, employment-based, refugee or asylum status, diversity visa lottery winners, or other special programs.

  2. Petition or Application: Depending on the immigrant category, you may need to have a sponsor, such as a family member or employer, file a petition on your behalf. Alternatively, certain individuals may self-petition under special circumstances, like victims of domestic violence or crimes.

  3. Priority Date: Many green card categories are subject to numerical limits, creating a waiting period known as the priority date. Applicants must ensure that their priority date is current to proceed with the green card application process.

Options for Obtaining a Green Card:
  1. Family-Sponsored Green Card: If you have a qualifying relationship with a U.S. citizen or permanent resident family member, you may be eligible to apply for a green card through family sponsorship. 

  2. Employment-Based Green Card: For individuals with a job offer from a U.S. employer, there are various employment-based green card categories, such as EB-1 (Extraordinary Ability), EB-2 (Advanced Degree Professional), EB-3 (Skilled or Professional Worker), and EB-5 (Investor). 

  3. Diversity Visa Lottery: The Diversity Visa (DV) lottery provides an opportunity for nationals from countries with low rates of immigration to the U.S. to obtain green cards through a random selection process. 

  4. Asylum or Refugee Status: If you have been granted asylum or refugee status in the United States.

  5. Marriage-Based Green Card: Individuals married to U.S. citizens or permanent residents may be eligible for a marriage-based green card. Barducci Law can guide you through the process, ensuring compliance with all requirements.

Understanding Green Card Through Marriage

Obtaining a Green Card through marriage to a U.S. citizen or a Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) is one of the most common pathways to U.S. permanent residency. As a Green Card holder, you’ll have the privilege to live and work in the United States on a permanent basis.

Requirements for a Marriage-Based Green Card

  1. Valid Marriage: You must be legally married to a U.S. citizen or LPR.
  2. Genuine Relationship: You must provide evidence to prove your marriage is not just for obtaining immigration benefits.
  3. Eligibility: You must meet all other requirements of U.S. immigration law.

Understanding Green Card Through Employment

Employment-based Green Cards allow foreign nationals to live and work permanently in the U.S., contributing their skills and expertise to the U.S. workforce. Categories include EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, EB-4, and EB-5 visas, each catering to different professional levels and abilities.

Key Steps for an Employment-Based Green Card

  1. Job Offer: A U.S. employer must offer you a full-time, permanent job.
  2. Labor Certification: Your employer must obtain a labor certification from the Department of Labor.
  3. Petition Filing: Your employer must file an Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker (Form I-140).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Both processes typically involve filing an application with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), attending a biometrics appointment, and completing an interview.

Yes, if you meet the requirements and your U.S. employer or U.S. citizen/LPR spouse is willing to sponsor you, you can apply for adjustment of status.

The processing time varies based on factors such as your nationality, the specific Green Card category, and the current USCIS workload.

Navigating the journey to a Green Card can be complex, but with Barducci Law Firm by your side, you’re not alone. Our expertise in the field ensures your application process is managed professionally, providing you with the best possible chance of success. Contact us today and take the first step on your path to permanent U.S. residency.

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