Green Cards & Immigrant Visas

Immigrant Visa ("Green Card") Basics:

• Immigrant Visas FAQ - Answers to common questions on issues such as what the expiration date on a visa means, and whether entry into the U.S is guaranteed with a visa.
• About Green Cards - An overview with much more about green cards and the categories of individuals who are eligible for a green card.
• Immigration and Taxes: Who has to Pay U.S. Taxes? - Non-citizens still face numerous circumstances where they have to pay taxes.
• How to Keep Your Green Card - Knowing the rules to keeping your green card is almost as important as getting it in the first place.

Types of Immigrant Visas:

• Employment-Based Immigrant Visas - This section contains in-depth information on employment-based visas, including an overview, FAQ, and more.
• Family-Based Immigrant Visas - A look at family-based immigration including information on bringing spouses, fiance(e)s, or adopted children to live in the U.S.
• Investment/Business Immigrant Visas - An overview of investment/business immigrant visas, with information about eligibility and filing too.
• Immigration Visas through Adjustment of Status - Learn more about the process known as "adjustment of status", as well as eligibility and filing procedures.
• Immigration Visas for Battered Spouses and Children - The law allows for additional avenues toward LPR status for battered spouses and their children.