Green Cards
A Green Card, also known as a Permanent Resident Card, is proof of a person's lawful permanent resident status in the United States. Individuals with a Green Card have the right to live and work permanently in the United States. Individuals holding valid Green Cards will be registered in the U.S. in accordance with United States immigration law.
There are many different ways a person may qualify for a Green Card and there are typically several choices about how to apply. Certain individuals may qualify for Green Cards through employment but may also qualify for a Green Card through a relative. In these cases it is important to understand what type of application will be more likely be approved and processed faster. Atlanta Immigration Attorney Kenneth Muhammad will be able to aid you in making the decision about which type of visa will work better for your situation.
The criteria for Green card eligibility are numerous, which is why obtaining it is so difficult. Your immigration lawyer can help you determine how you can best prepare for your application. The Green Card application process is different depending on what criteria you qualify under and whether you are applying from within the United States or abroad.
Atlanta Lawyer Helping Individuals Obtain Green Cards
An Atlanta immigration lawyer from the Muhammad Firm can help you obtain a Green Card so that you can enjoy the following privileges:
- The right to live permanently in the United States
- The right to work in the United States
- The right to travel abroad for a certain period of time
- The opportunity to apply for U.S. citizenship after a certain amount of years as a Green Card holder
- The right to petition for a Green Card for the applicant's spouse and any unmarried children under 21 years of age
If you or a loved one is interested in obtaining a Green Card, you should contact an Atlanta Immigration Lawyer today!