Becoming a permanent resident with MH Immigration
How Do I Become a US Permanent Resident?
Securing a green card is a vital step toward achieving permanent residency in the United States, granting you the right to live and work here indefinitely. The process typically involves several key stages, beginning with an approved immigrant petition filed by a family member or employer on your behalf. Once an immigrant visa number becomes available, eligible individuals already in the U.S. can apply for an adjustment of status, while those outside the country will work with their local U.S. consulate to complete consular processing. Each pathway has its unique requirements and timelines, making it essential to navigate the process with careful attention to detail and expert guidance. At MH Immigration, we are here to support you every step of the way, ensuring a smooth journey toward permanent residency.
The Most Common Questions for Green Card Clients…
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Where Can I Find the Law?
The Immigration and Nationality Act is a law that governs immigration in the United States. For the part of the law concerning most types of permanent resident status, please see INA § 245. The specific eligibility requirements and procedures for adjusting to permanent residence status are included in the Code of Federal Regulations [CFR] at 8 CFR § 245.
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Will I Get a Work Permit?
Applicants for adjustment to permanent resident status are eligible to apply for a work permit (called “Employment Authorization Document (EAD)”) while their cases are pending. You should use USCIS Form I-765 to apply for EAD. You do not need to apply for EAD once you adjust to permanent resident status. As a lawful permanent resident, you should receive a permanent resident card that will prove that you have a right to live and work in the United States permanently.
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Can I Travel Outside the United States While My Application Is Pending?
If you are applying for adjustment to permanent resident status, you must receive an advance permission to return to the United States if you are traveling outside the United States. This advance permission is called “Advance Parole”. If you do not obtain Advance Parole before you leave the country, you may be deemed to have abandoned your application with the USCIS and you may not be permitted to return to the United States.
