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Description
This application is for lawful permanent residence of spouses of U.S. citizens,
parents of U.S. citizens that are at least 21 years old, and under 21,
unmarried children of U.S. citizens.
Requirements
The main requirements for the Immediate Relative Green Card are
that :
- The sponsor is a U.S. citizen that is at least 21 years old
(unless the application is for your spouse).
- Evidence of the claimed relationship, such as original
or certified copies of marriage or birth certificates
with official
translation, if necessary.
Family members
The spouse and minor, dependent children may apply for I-765 Employment
Authorization if they are also applying for lawful permanent residence.
Employment
When the application for lawful permanent residence is filed with INS,
the foreign national is eligible to apply to INS for work authorization
Duration of Visa
Lawful permanent resident status is permanent as long as residence in the
U.S.A. is maintained and no violations of status occur. After five years
in lawful permanent resident status, an application for naturalization
(U.S. citizenship) may be filed. If the application was based on marriage,
an application for naturalization may be filed after three years in lawful
permanent resident status.
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