Alex Can you get a green card if you are an employer?
Also, unlike other immigrant categories, which initially grant 2-year conditional green card status, once you are approved for an employer sponsored green card, you are eligible to receive a full 10-year green card. In this guide, I’ll discuss everything you need to know about getting an employer sponsored green card.
When to ask your employer to sponsor you for a green card?
Some employers might start the process of sponsoring you for a Green Card immediately at the time that you are hired, while others may expect you to spend some time with the company on a work visa first. Talk to your employer about your eligibility.
What kind of questions are asked when applying for a green card?
The questions asked in this portion of the green card application are too numerous to list in this guide. Briefly, this section asks about your involvement in any organizations or groups that the U.S. government may or may not deem threats to national security.
Is it worth it to get a green card?
Even if getting the green card might turn out expensive for the employer, one need to understand the final benefits are worth more for the employer in the long run. It also does away with the need and expenses for the employer to set up temporary permits, so very often.
What happens if you don’t get your green card in the mail?
Since permanent residents are required to carry their green card at all times, not having your green card due to theft or error can mean that you have to face fines and penalties. If you have not received your green card in the mail, a good idea is to sign up for “My Case Status” with the USCIS website (USCIS.gov).
Also, unlike other immigrant categories, which initially grant 2-year conditional green card status, once you are approved for an employer sponsored green card, you are eligible to receive a full 10-year green card. In this guide, I’ll discuss everything you need to know about getting an employer sponsored green card.
Some employers might start the process of sponsoring you for a Green Card immediately at the time that you are hired, while others may expect you to spend some time with the company on a work visa first. Talk to your employer about your eligibility.
How do I get a new green card?
If you are a lawful permanent resident or conditional permanent resident and need to replace your Green Card based on the reasons in the When to Replace Your Green Card section, you may begin the application process for a replacement Green Card by filing Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card, onlineor by mail.