-
Explore
Looking for the right option?
Explore my optionsFor Permanent Residents
For U.S. Citizens
For Foreign Nationals
-
Resources
- Sign in
U.S. Citizen Petition for Other Relatives Outside of the United States
As a U.S. citizen, you may want to help a relative become a lawful permanent resident of the United States by obtaining what is often referred to as a Permanent Resident Card (Green Card).
$535
Form Filing Fee(s)
Ready to Apply?
Related Options
Obtain Employment Authorization Document
USCIS issues Employment Authorization Documents (EAD) as evidence that you are authorized to be employed in the United States for a specific time period.
Becoming a U.S. Citizen Through Naturalization
Naturalization is the process to voluntarily become a U.S. citizen if you were born outside of the United States. In general, you may be eligible if you can show continuous U.S. residence for three to five years, are at least 18 years old, and demonstrate good moral character and loyalty to the U.S. Constitution. You must also take the English and civics test, unless you qualify for an English language exemption or a medical disability exception.
$640
Form Filing Fee(s)
Citizenship Through Parents
If you were born outside of the United States, there are two general ways to obtain U.S. citizenship through U.S. citizen parents. You can acquire U.S. citizenship at birth or you can derive citizenship from your parents after your birth but before the age of 18.
$1170
Form Filing Fee(s)
Renew or Replace My Green Card
It is important to keep your Green Card (Permanent Resident Card) up-to-date. Without a valid Green Card, it may be difficult for you to prove that you are a lawful permanent resident and could affect your ability to travel or to prove your authorization to live and work in the United States.
$455
Form Filing Fee(s)
TOPICS
VERIFICATION
POLICIES