If you would like to learn more about what the qualifications of obtaining a green card are, you may want to consider the process of an Adjustment of Status (AOS). Continue reading and reach out to our experienced Wisconsin immigration attorneys today.
What is Adjustment of Status?
Adjustment of Status (AOS) is a process that is used by any qualified non-United States Citizen that would like to become a Permanent Resident. In the case where an individual acquires permanent residency, they will be allowed to live and work in the United States permanently. A person that achieves this status will need to make sure that he or she has their green card accessible at all times.
Do I qualify for an Adjustment of Status?
In order to qualify for an AOS, a non-United States citizen must live within the United States and meet specific criteria. You may be able to apply for a green card if your circumstances fit into any of the following categories:
- Family-based: Those who are immediate relatives of a citizen in the United States do not have to wait for a visa. Immediate relatives that are eligible for a green card can include parents, spouses, and unmarried children under the age of 21. Also, there is no limit to the number of visas that can be issued for family members of a United States citizen.
- Job or employment-based: For individuals who want to come to the United States for employment opportunities or a job offer, can apply for permanent residencies. However, not all applications are guaranteed as there are special circumstances and a restricted number of visas that can be issued.
- Refugee or asylum: People who come to the country as a refugee or who were granted asylum can also apply for permanent residency. This may occur after year after they came into the country. Spouses or children of refugees and asylees may also qualify.
- Special programs: There are several other ways to obtain a green card. Reach out to our firm to learn more.
How does this process work?
It is important to note that the AOS process can take months and even over a year. There are also several requirements that a person must meet in order to get a green card. Some of the requirements include the following:
- Go through a criminal background check
- Interview with a USCIS agent
- Attend a biometrics appointment and/or medical exam
Do not wait to contact our firm to obtain more information on this process and how our dedicated legal team can help you.
Contact our experienced Wisconsin firm
John Sesini is an experienced immigration attorney with offices in Green Bay and Milwaukee Wisconsin. Our firm understands what is at stake when it comes to immigration law matters, which is why If you have any questions, you should not hesitate to contact the Sesini Law Group, S.C., and schedule your initial consultation with our firm today.