How to Get a Green Card

Categories of people who can apply for a green card, to make their home in the U.S.

Some visas lead to green cards -- others don't. Get acquainted with the overlaps and differences in these concepts' meanings.

Don’t get into a situation where the visa you choose makes later applying for a U.S. green card difficult, because it allowed only "single intent."

Despite restrictions, representatives of other governments who've been posted in the U.S. may have opportunities to apply for lawful permanent residence.

Foreign employees of the U.S. government abroad may, based on years of loyalty or other special circumstances, qualify for U.S. lawful permanent residence.

Non-citizens who have family members in the U.S. who own businesses may naturally be curious whether they can get a green card by working for that person -- but it's harder than it sounds.

Traveling with a temporary I-551 if your actual green card has not yet arrived.

Potential complications in claiming a visa based on your lottery win if you are in the U.S. unlawfully.

There are many paths to a U.S. green card, with varying requirements and wait times.

Some of the myths around the so-called ten-year green card and how, realistically, someone who's eligible can actually apply.

Summary of how to avoid becoming deportable, abandoning your residence, or otherwise losing your green card rights.