Moving from one place to another can be either the most daunting or most exciting part of your life. Contrary to how easy it sounds, moving from Point A to B is not always a straight line – especially if it’s moving to another country. In the United States, there are a lot of considerations and requirements to settle in.
These requirements usually get easier once handled by an immigration attorney that can assist throughout the whole process. If you plan to move to the United States, here are some of the details you might need to prepare.
Green Card Requirements
In applying for a Green Card, official evidence that you are permitted to live and work permanently in the United States, you may hire an immigration lawyer to assist you smoothly. To qualify for application, you must first be eligible to obtain a Permanent Residence Card. Eligibility for a Green Card can be through any of the categories:
- Through Family
- Through Employment
- Through Refugee or Asylee Status
- Through Registry
Apart from your eligibility to apply, another crucial factor is being in or out of the United States. Suppose you are within the country and approved as an immigrant with an available visa open. In that case, you may submit your Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status) and submit it to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). On the other hand, if you are outside of the United States, you must first undergo the Consular Processing with the United States Department of State.
Receiving Application Decision
When you have already filed your Green Card Application to the USCIS, the next step is to undergo Biometrics. Biometrics will include collecting your fingerprints, official photos, and documentation signatures. Afterward, an interview will be held together with U.S. Officials regarding your reason for moving and acquiring a Permanent Residence Card. The last step will be waiting for the final decision regarding your application to be delivered through the mail. You may track your application status online by signing up for an online account and get notified.
Residential Accommodations
As you are in the process of moving to the U.S., you must also be aware of where (either permanently or temporarily) you would live. You may opt for rental spaces to help you settle or stay at your family, sponsor, or relative’s residence. As there is no problem finding a shelter to stay in the United States, it is advisable to prepare your accommodations months before your Green Card application.
Conclusion
Preparation to move from one country to another will never be perfect. This is why hiring an immigration lawyer can help you file your application up to receiving the final decision from USCIS. It will help you ease a bit of the troublesome and focus on other factors you need to settle and prepare.
Immigration Law covers a wide range of cases, and most of its types require an immigration lawyer. Let us know how we may extend our assistance. You may visit the website (https://www.rubypowerslaw.com/) or call us at (713) 589 – 2085 to schedule a consultation.
