Guide to Employment-Based Green Cards

Benefits of the US green card

As a permanent resident, you have the freedom to live and work anywhere in the US, free from the hassles of sponsorship, visa applications, and residency intentions. With a green card, you enjoy all the benefits of US citizens, except for the right to vote.

Bring your family along

Your spouse and qualifying unmarried children under 21 can reside and work in the US alongside you.

Save on university tuition

As green card holders, you and your family can become state residents and qualify for in-state tuition at local universities.

Travel with ease

Traveling becomes smoother as a US permanent resident since US Customs and Border Patrol must allow entry to permanent residents, whereas visa holders can be denied.

Get on track to become a US citizen

After residing as a permanent resident for three to five years, you’re eligible to apply for US citizenship.

Employment-based paths to the US green card

Every employment-based petition may vary in its specifics, but they all lead to obtaining the same Green Card. Here are the different routes:

EB-1A (self-petition, extraordinary abilities visa)

Qualify for the EB-1A by meeting three or more extraordinary ability criteria, skipping PERM, self-petition, and filing with premium processing.

EB-2 NIW (self-petition, startup founder visa)

Skip PERM with the EB-2 NIW by showing that your work has “national importance,” self-petition, and file with premium processing.

EB-2 PERM (employer-sponsored visa)

Qualify for the EB-2 PERM with a valid job offer from an employer, an advanced degree, or exceptional ability in your field, and go through the PERM labor certification process.

EB-1C (employer-sponsored transfer visa)

Transfer from abroad on the EB-1C to your company’s US office in a managerial or executive position, skip PERM, and file premium processing.

A straightforward green card process

We make the green card application process easy. We guide you step by step so you know what to expect on your way to becoming a permanent resident.

Step 1

Plan your route

Our experienced US immigration professionals will work with you to craft a tailored green card pathway that aligns with your unique qualifications and desired timeframe.

Step 2

Submit your immigration petition

No matter which type of immigration petition you choose, our team will meticulously manage all the details and submit a strong case to USCIS.

Step 3

File for your green card

It may be possible to submit your green card application concurrently with your immigrant petition. If not, we’ll file it as soon as you qualify.

Step 4

Get your work and travel documents

USCIS will approve your Advanced parole (AP) and employment authorization (EAD), allowing you to travel internationally and work for any US employer while your green card is processed.

Step 5

Attend your green card interview

Our team will prepare you for your green card interview, paving the way to your permanent residency.

Step 6

Receive your green card

Once your green card is approved and received in the mail, it’s time to celebrate!

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