Contents
- Introduction: How to Get a Green Card Work Permit and Travel Parole
- Applying for a Green Card
- The Green Card Application Process
- After You Receive Your Green Card
- Work Permits
- Travel Permits
- Applying for a Work Permit
- Applying for a Travel Permit
- After You Receive Your Work Permit
- After You Receive Your Travel Permit
If you want to work and live in the United States, you’ll need to obtain a Green Card. Here’s everything you need to know about getting a Green Card work permit and travel parole.
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Introduction: How to Get a Green Card Work Permit and Travel Parole
There are a few ways to get a green card work permit and travel parole. The most common is through employment. You can also get one through family, investment, or as a refugee or asylee. If you have a green card, you can apply to become a permanent resident. Once you become a permanent resident, you can then apply for citizenship.
Applying for a Green Card
If you want to become a lawful permanent resident of the United States, you will need to obtain a green card. There are a number of ways to obtain a green card, and the process can be quite lengthy. The most common way to obtain a green card is through sponsorship by a family member or employer. You may also be eligible for a green card through refugee or asylee status, or by winning the green card lottery.
Once you have obtained your green card, you will be able to live and work in the United States indefinitely. You will also be able to apply for US citizenship after five years (if you meet all the requirements).
The Green Card Application Process
The process of applying for a green card can be long and complicated, but it is worth it if you want to live and work in the United States permanently. The first step is to find out if you are eligible to apply. You can do this by checking the requirements on the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website or by speaking to an immigration lawyer.
Once you have determined that you are eligible to apply, you will need to gather all of the required documents. These may include your birth certificate, passport, marriage certificate (if applicable), and evidence of your job offer or employment in the United States. You will also need to fill out a number of forms, including the I-485 form (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status), and pay the application fee.
After you have submitted your application, USCIS will conduct a background check and interview any applicants who are 18 years of age or older. If everything goes smoothly, you should receive your green card within six months to one year. Congratulations!
After You Receive Your Green Card
After you receive your green card, you are allowed to live and work permanently in the United States. You can also travel outside the country and return, as long as you do not stay outside the United States for more than one year at a time.
If you want to travel outside the United States and return, you must have a valid passport, a green card, and a valid visa (if required) from the country you are visiting. If you do not have all of these documents, you will not be allowed to re-enter the United States.
Work Permits
A work permit, also known as a green card, is a document that allows you to live and work in the United States. You can apply for a work permit if you have a job offer from a U.S. employer or if you are a student studying in the United States. You can also apply for a work permit if you are a refugee or asylee.
To apply for a work permit, you will need to fill out an application and submit it to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). You will also need to pay a filing fee. If you are approved for a work permit, you will be issued an Employment Authorization Document (EAD). The EAD allows you to live and work in the United States for up to four years. After four years, you will need to renew your EAD.
In addition to a work permit, you may also need a travel parole document if you plan on traveling outside of the United States while your work permit is valid. A travel parole allows you to re-enter the United States after traveling abroad. To apply for a travel parole, you will need to fill out an application and submit it to USCIS. You will also need to pay a filing fee. If you are approved for a travel parole, you will be issued a Reentry Permit. The Reentry Permit allows you to travel outside of the United States for up to two years.
Travel Permits
There are a few different types of travel permits that you may need in order to travel to and work in the United States. The most common type of travel permit is a Green Card, which allows you to live and work in the United States permanently. If you do not have a Green Card, you may be able to apply for a work permit, which will allow you to work in the United States for a specific period of time. You may also be able to apply for travel parole, which will allow you to travel to the United States for a specific purpose, such as business or pleasure.
Applying for a Work Permit
If you want to work in the United States, you will need to apply for a work permit. The process of applying for a work permit can be complex, so it is important to follow all the instructions carefully.
First, you will need to fill out an application form. You can find the application form online or at your local United States consulate. The form will ask for basic information about yourself, such as your name, address, and date of birth. You will also need to provide information about your education and work experience.
Once you have completed the application form, you will need to submit it to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). You can submit your application online or by mail. If you submit your application online, you will need to pay a filing fee. The filing fee for an employment-based work permit is $460.
After the USCIS has received your application, they will review it and decide whether or not to approve it. If your application is approved, you will receive a work permit that allows you to work in the United States for a specific period of time. The length of time that your work permit is valid depends on the type of job that you have been approved to do.
Applying for a Travel Permit
There are a few different ways that you can apply for a travel permit. The first way is to go through your local embassy or consulate. The second way is to apply for a tourist visa. The third way is to apply for an immigrant visa.
After You Receive Your Work Permit
If you want to travel outside the United States after you receive your work permit, you must first apply for a travel parole. You can apply for a travel parole by filing Form I-131, Application for Travel Document, with USCIS.
You should receive your work permit within 90 days of USCIS receiving your completed application. Once you have your work permit, you can start working in the United States.
After You Receive Your Travel Permit
After you receive your travel permit, you can apply for a green card (permanent residency) or a work permit. If you want to apply for a green card, you must have been physically present in the United States for at least two years. If you want to apply for a work permit, you must have been physically present in the United States for at least four years.