Your Path to Legal Permanent Residency
A green card gives you the right to live and work permanently in the United States. Learn about the different pathways and how to prepare your application.
Types of Green Cards
There are several pathways to obtaining a green card based on your situation
Family-Based Green Cards
For immediate relatives and family preference categories
Employment-Based Green Cards
For workers with U.S. job offers or extraordinary abilities
The Green Card Process
A typical green card application follows these major steps
File Petition
Submit Form I-130 (family) or I-140 (employment) to establish eligibility
Wait for Priority Date
Monitor visa bulletin for your priority date to become current
Apply for Green Card
File I-485 (adjustment) or complete consular processing
Biometrics & Interview
Attend biometrics appointment and immigration interview
Receive Green Card
Card mailed to your address after approval
Common Documents Required
While specific requirements vary by case type, most green card applications require these documents. SureCitizen provides a personalized checklist based on your situation.
How SureCitizen Helps
Personalized Checklist
Get a document list specific to your case type
Country Guidance
Understand requirements for documents from your country
Upload & Organize
Store all documents securely in one place
Risk Scan
Catch issues before you file