Yes. An Application for Travel Document (form I-131) can be filed in the United States by the foreign individual’s spouse and/or child(ren) with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) along with the permanent residence application to request issuance of an Advanced Parole Document to allow the foreign individual to depart and re-enter the… Read More
EB-1 Visa
Can a foreign individual depart the United States while the permanent residence application is pending?
Yes. An Application for Travel Document (form I-131) is filed in the United States by the foreign individual with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) along with the permanent residence application to request issuance of an Advanced Parole Document to allow the foreign individual to depart and re-enter the United States while the… Read More
Can a foreign individual’s spouse and/or child(ren) work legally before obtaining permanent residence?
Yes. An Application for Employment Authorization (form I-765) can be filed in the United States by the foreign individual’s spouse and/or child(ren) with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) along with the permanent residence application to request issuance of an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) to allow the foreign individual’s spouse and/or child(ren) to… Read More
How long can a foreign individual’s spouse and/or child(ren) remain in the United States after s/he obtains permanent residence?
The permanent resident card will be valid for 10 years. The permanent residence card is renewable indefinitely.
How long can a foreign individual remain in the United States after s/he obtains permanent residence?
The permanent resident card will be valid for 10 years. The permanent residence card is renewable indefinitely.
When does a foreign individual’s spouse and/or child(ren) obtain the permanent residence (‘green card’) card?
Assuming approval of the permanent residence application, the foreign individual’s spouse and/or child(ren) will receive the permanent residence card approximately 2 weeks after approval. The permanent resident card will be valid for 10 years.
When does a foreign individual obtain the permanent residence (‘green card’) card?
Assuming approval of the permanent residence application, the foreign individual will receive the permanent residence card approximately 2 weeks after approval. The permanent resident card will be valid for 10 years.
Can my foreign individual obtain a social security number after entry into the United States?
Yes. Upon entry into the United States, the foreign individual is a permanent resident. The foreign individual will receive a social security number.
Can a foreign individual work legally after entry into the United States?
Yes. Upon entry into the United States, the foreign individual is a permanent resident. The foreign individual will receive a social security number and can begin to work legally.
How does a foreign individual obtain the permanent residence (‘green card’) card after they enter the United States?
Approximately 2 weeks after entry as an immigrant, the foreign individual will receive a lawful permanent resident card by mail. The permanent resident card will be valid for 10 years.
