How to Get a Green Card

By Ilona Bray J.D.

The ultimate green card guide for families, asylum seekers, and more

Find out about the most promising opportunities for U.S. lawful residence and how to handle the complex application procedures in How to Get a Green Card. This book has helped countless immigrants over the years--especially ones lacking the skills or luck to have an employer sponsoring them. You'll find out how to work with U.S. officials and prepare and present the right documents at the right time to get a green card through:

parents, siblings, or adult children
a U.S. spouse or fianc
green card lotteries (diversity visa)
political asylum or refugee status
a U visa for crime victims, or
another category you might qualify for.

Best of all, you'll learn how to avoid common mistakes and pitfalls that can cause major delays or ruin your chances for success.

The 17th edition covers raised income requirements for immigrants and the latest procedural requirements, including heightened vetting of applications. It also includes filled-in samples of all key application forms.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1413333427
• ISBN13: 9781413333428
• Release Date: May 2026
• Publisher: NOLO
• Length: 272 Pages