- Lawful permanent residents (“LPR” or “green card” holders):
- Can reside and work in the U.S. permanently,
- Engage in routine personal and business travel to and from the U.S.,
- But do not hold the same privileges as U.S. citizens (they can’t vote and can lose their status).
- We evaluate our clients’ (individuals and employers) options and eligibility for gaining permanent residency status. We also prepare and submit relevant applications and petitions with the appropriate U.S. government entity.
General Requirements
- Gained primarily through employment-based or family-based sponsorship, as well as the diversity visa lottery
- Employment-based self-sponsorship allowed in certain categories.