Posts tagged Green card Holder
Who Can Sponsor Your Green Card?

US citizens or green card holders can sponsor spouses, children, parents, siblings (with limitations), fiancés(e)s, some employees, investors, and in special cases, refugees/asylees/victims.

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EB-2/EB-3: "Science or Art" for Faster Green Cards

USCIS simplifies green card applications for exceptional ability in science and arts by adopting the DOL definition of "Science or Art" (based on college degrees offered), focusing on evidence quality (not policy change).

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Green Card Info Wrong? Fix It with I-90

Green card holders with incorrect information can use Form I-90 (mark reason, provide proof, attend biometrics if needed, pay fee) to get a corrected card, and update their address with Form AR-11 (if applicable).

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Green Card for Adopted Child (US): I-130

US citizens/green card holders can petition to bring their adopted child to the US using Form I-130, ensuring legal adoption, pre-16/18 completion, and 2-year custody (except step-parents). Consult an attorney for a smooth process.

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Expired Green Card (Over 2 Years)

Expired green card over 2 years ago? Consider renewal with Form I-90 (if recent) or explore a "good cause" waiver with an attorney (requires strong evidence for unavoidable delays, unforeseen circumstances, etc.).

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2 to 10 Years: Get Your Permanent Green Card

Married to a US citizen with a 2-year green card? File Form I-751 to remove conditions and get a permanent 10-year green card (proof of bona fide marriage required).

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Lost Green Card & Naturalization?

Green card replacement with Form I-90 is ok during your naturalization application (processed separately), but consider waiting if citizenship seems imminent (no green card needed) and ensure consistent information across both forms.

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Green Card vs. Citizenship

Green cards grant permanent US residence with work and living rights, while US citizenship adds voting rights, public office eligibility, and potential dual citizenship, requiring a naturalization process.

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