Yes. An Application for Employment Authorization (form I-765) is filed in the United States by the foreign worker 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 worker to work legally in the United States until… Read More
FAQs about the Permanent Residence Process
How long can a foreign worker’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 worker 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 worker’s spouse and/or child(ren) obtain the permanent residence (‘green card’) card?
Assuming approval of the permanent residence application, the foreign worker’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 worker obtain the permanent residence (‘green card’) card?
Assuming approval of the permanent residence application, the foreign worker will receive the permanent residence card approximately 2 weeks after approval. The permanent resident card will be valid for 10 years.
How long does it take the USCIS to process a permanent residence application?
After the marriage petition and permanent residence application are filed, the USCIS will issue receipt notices. At the interview, the USCIS officer will question you and your foreign spouse in detail with respect to the specifics of your marriage in order to determine its legitimacy. Further, you and your foreign spouse will be required to… Read More
Why would the USCIS deny a permanent residence application?
The USCIS might deny a permanent residence application a variety of reasons. From an administrative perspective, permanent residence applications can be denied for failing to present requested documents, a divorce decree for example; fraudulently completing documents, criminal history or failing to provide adequate evidence of ability to financially support the foreign spouse. From a relationship… Read More