How to Get an American Green Card
A green card is a specific document that allows immigrants the right to work in America. A green card can be the very first path on the way to full citizenship. Green cards are highly prized. Getting one can change your life forever. Fortunately there are several ways you can get this vitally important document.
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Marry an American citizen. One way to get an American green card to marry someone who has the right to be here legally. You can marry someone with a green card or you can marry someone who is native born. The marriage will be investigated carefully by the authorities so make sure that you are able to answer any questions that will be asked by immigration authorities.
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Win the green card lottery. Each year the United States holds a green card lottery. The lottery is designed to make sure that immigrants come from a wide variety of places. Those from certain countries are eligible. Others from more widely represented countries such as Mexico are not eligible to participate. Make sure that you fill out all paperwork properly on your application.
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Get an employer to hire you. One of the easiest ways to become an American citizen is to have a job offer. A job offer can be made if you have certain skills that an American citizen does not. This may include areas such as math teaching and those who are registered nurses. The employer will sponsor you for a green card. You will be expected to pass exams and make sure that you meet all requirements for employment.
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Be related to an American citizen. American immigration law allows citizens to sponsor people for green cards who are related to them. This includes adoptions as well as blood relatives. If you know of someone who is living in the United States legally you can ask them to sponsor you for citizenship and a green card in the United States.
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Tips & Warnings
Double check any and all paperwork related to your application.
Hire an immigration lawyer to represent you.
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