How To Get A Green Card

"A step-by-step guide to obtaining U.S. residency by various non-work related means, such as political asylum, the visa lottery or a family member"--Provided by publisher.

Details the numerous ways to obtain a green card, including all of the forms needed, instructing what documents are necessary, and showing how to fill out all of the paperwork.

The ultimate green card guide The U.S. immigration system is an enormous bureaucracy, so it’s vital that you understand it before attempting to apply for a green card. Making a mistake can lead to delays and hassles or even ruin your chances for success. How to Get a Green Card provides everything you need to know about qualifying for permanent U.S. residence if you don’t have an employer sponsoring you. Find out how to work with U.S. officials and prepare and present the right documents at the right time to get a green card through: • parents, siblings, or adult children • a U.S. spouse or fiancé • green card lotteries (diversity visa) • political asylum or refugee status • a U visa for crime victims, or • another category you might qualify for. The 16th edition covers the latest income requirements for family-based green card applicants, additions to the list of countries whose citizens may obtain Temporary Protected Status, and more.

Every year, more than 100,000 applicants are selected and receive United States Permanent Residency through the Lottery system. While there are numerous other books that describe various methods of obtaining green cards, or general ways of obtaining one, no other book in the market currently covers this subject with as much detail.

With green cards at a premium, it's essential that people know all that's required to get these much sought-after documents. This book presents ways to get a green card through: - parents, siblings and adult children- spouses or fianc'es- employers- green card lotteries- political asylum or refugee status. Includes lists of more than 400 groups that help with paperwork and offer counseling and legal referrals.

Though the United States is a nation of immigrants, getting a green card can be a challenging task-especially if you don't have current, clear information to lead you through the process. But now you do, with The Ultimate Guide to Getting Your Green Card! This useful guide is packed with practical information from the experts, including: Defining what a green card is and the benefits it provides Up-to-date eligibility requirements and how to apply Different types of green cards What you can do without a lawyer-and when it's time to get legal advice Short-term alternatives to a green card Where to find forms on the Internet as well as tons of other resources The Ultimate Guide to Getting Your Green Card also includes answers to commonly asked questions, such as: Do green cards automatically lead to citizenship? What is the difference between a temporary visa and a green card? How long will it take to get a green card? Can I be a "conditional" and a "permanent" resident at the same time? What does it mean to "maintain a residence"? What does TPS stand for? What is a "fraud interview"? What is "premium processing"? Do I need a work permit? Can I leave the United States to visit my family? Includes updated information on Department of Homeland Security requirements! Book jacket.

U.S. immigration law is a tangle of details. This book explains the most likely bases upon which an everyday person might qualify for a green card: family, marriage, asylum, the visa lottery, and a few lesser-known categories. Then, the book leads readers safely through the enormous immigration bureaucracy, with step-by-step application instructions, checklists with required forms and documents, tips for avoiding mistakes and dealing with legal complications, and sample forms. This edition is completely revised to reflect the latest laws, including new rights to a green card for same-sex married couples, agency contact information, and fees, plus critical new procedural information, particularly concerning the new provisional waiver for unlawful presence. And if the immigration reform bill currently before congress becomes law, the book will cover its groundbreaking changes, including a new path to citizenship for immigrants currently in the country without documentation. This book is not appropriate for people seeking temporary visas or work-related green cards.