What is next step after receiving green card?

Once you have received your immigrant visa, you must enter the United States within the visa validity period to obtain an alien registration receipt or “green” card (Form I-151 or I-551) that will allow you to live and work in the United States. You will receive your visa and a sealed packet from the courier service.

Can I travel immediately after getting green card?

The travel document usually arrives within 150 days (sometimes longer) after submitting your application. You can’t leave the country until you have your approved travel document in hand, so you should expect to spend the 3–5 months after submitting your green card application in the United States.

How long does it take to become a US citizen with a green card in 2020?

In most cases, it takes about two years for a green card to become available, and the entire process takes around three years.

How long do you have to wait to become a US citizen after green card?

five years
If you’re a green card holder with no special circumstances, you can apply for U.S. citizenship at least five years after obtaining your green card. You also must have physically lived in the United States for at least 30 months (two-and-a-half years) out of those five years.

What is the difference between green card and citizenship?

Simply put, the green card holder can legally live and work in the country. However, there are other benefits that the green card holder doesn’t have that a citizen would have, one of which includes voting rights. It can take a couple of years for the green card holder to obtain permanent citizenship.

Who is eligible to apply for a green card?

Other family members eligible to apply for a Green Card are described in the following family “preference immigrant” categories: First preference (F1) – unmarried sons and daughters (21 years of age and older) of U.S. citizens; Second preference (F2A) – spouses and children (unmarried and under 21 years of age) of lawful permanent residents;

What do I do if my green card is not received?

If you do not receive your green card within 60 days of receiving the Notice of Approval, or if you receive the green card but there is an error, call the USCIS Contact Center at 1-800-375-5283. Based on the contact center’s instructions, you may need to file Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Residence Card.

How long does it take to get a green card from USCIS?

Once you receive the welcome packet from USCIS, you should receive your green card in the next 30 days. When it arrives, check the card for any errors. Assuming everything is correct and in order, you may now shred your EAD and/or advance parole travel document.

How do I change my address after my green card is approved?

If you were already in the U.S. when you became a permanent resident, and have not yet received temporary evidence of your new status, please follow the instructions on your approval notice. If you have moved since your case was approved, change your address online or call the USCIS Contact Center.