Green cards grant permanent residency to card holders, and while this doesn’t guarantee citizenship, it does provide certain rights. The process of obtaining a green card is much more difficult than many people think. Because of the complexity of permanent residency application, many myths and misconceptions have surfaced regarding green cards and how to obtain them. Here are three of the most common myths about obtaining a green card.
- Marriage to U.S. citizens automatically grants immigrants green cards. This simply isn’t the case. Even if you do marry a U.S. citizen, you will still have to go through the green card application process. In fact, the validity of your relationship will likely be called into question as part of the application.
- Applying for a green card is a straightforward process. Green card applications are highly complex, and while technically speaking you don’t need an immigration attorney for this process, it’s highly recommended that you work with one. They will be able to help you determine eligibility, fill out the application, and address any concerns you may have during the waiting period between submitting the application and getting a decision back.
- Green cards are permanent once they’ve been granted. You’ll need to renew your green card, and depending on what type of card you have, this renewal process may need to be done anywhere between every two years to 10 years.
With the world of immigration law constantly changing, it’s important to work with an immigration attorney on your green card applications to make sure the process goes as smoothly as possible. Call our team here at Waldron Law Firm, PLLC today to get started on your application.