What Are Green Cards And Immigrant Visas?

Immigrant visas are endorsements given to foreign nationals by the government allowing the right to remain in the country for different reasons. In the United States, the immigrant can receive a non-immigrant visa or an immigrant visa depending on the reason and their status, which is  determined by the United States laws governing immigration. Immigrant visas can be given for any reason whether long term or short term.   For example, vacationers to the U.S. would receive a temporary immigrant visa for a specific amount of time.

A green card is a card provided to immigrants giving them a permanent resident status. With this status, they have the right to enter, leave, work, and live in the United States for the remainder of their life.

In order to receive a green card the immigrant or foreign national must meet specific requirements. The requirements include  the foreign national  having immediate relatives  who are United States citizens,  family members with specific preferences, preferred Employees and Workers  with preferences,  green card lotteries  with special stipulations, and special immigrants, to name a few.

Immigration laws govern the various requirements that allow individuals to receive green cards and immigrant visas. To become a permanent resident and have a green card you must meet these requirements.

If you plan to apply for a green card or any type of immigrant visa, you should consult with an immigration attorney to help you fill out all the forms and to ensure that everything goes smoothly, as well as to protect your rights.