A US green card is held by individuals born in the United States or naturalized US citizens. A green card is a highly important document since it allows you to visit over 170 countries without going through visa processing.
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How Can You Apply For A Green Card?
You have up to 8 methods to obtain a Green Card. Rest assured these methods are utilized by individuals who migrate to the US to live and work in the North American region with the hopes of building a better future for their families and themselves. Here’s a list of the different ways you can use to acquire a green card;
- Through family
- Through employment
- Special guest
- By seeking refugee or asylum status
- Victims of human trafficking and other criminal activities
- Victim of abuse
- Through other genres
- By registration
Another popular way is participating in the Green Card Lottery to try your luck to acquire a Green Card and enjoy its perks.
The Cost Of Obtaining A Green Card
According to an announcement by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the authorities plan to increase the costs of different immigration services, including US naturalization. As a result, the cost of obtaining a green card could be increased to $2,225, which is pretty high, especially for low-income immigrants.
Similarly, the cost of a green card application will be increased to $1,500. Needless to say, some legal residents might find it hard to afford it.
We hope you found this information helpful. Follow our blogs for the latest updates and informative content on US immigration.
