Benefits of becoming a U.S. Citizen vs. U.S. Legal Permanent Resident (Green Card)
This article aims to provide you the basic differences of becoming a U.S. citizen versus a Green Card holder. Not every Green Card holder decides to apply for U.S. citizenship when they are eligible. It is not mandatory for an individual to apply for U.S. citizenship. The primary differences listed below will help you decide if you want to apply for a U.S. Green Card and/or U.S. Citizenship.
Benefits of becoming a U.S. Citizen
• Vote in elections
• Work in the U.S. government
• Reside in the U.S.
• Buy your own house or property in the U.S.
• Perks of U.S. passport – Travel to 166 countries without the need of getting a visa
• Study in the U.S.
• Seek employment and work for an employer without the need for work authorization
• Register your own company and run your own business anywhere in the U.S.
• Sponsor your family members for U.S. green card. These family members include:
o Spouse
o Children (Unmarried under 21 years of age)
o Sons and Daughters (Married and/or over 21 years of age)
o Parents (if you are over 21 years of age)
o Brothers and Sisters (if you are over 21 years of age)
o Fiancé(e) residing out of United States and children of fiancé(e) under 21 years of age
Benefits of becoming a U.S. Legal Permanent Resident (Green Card)
• Work in the U.S. government
• Reside in the U.S.
• Buy your own house or property in the U.S.
• Study in the U.S.
• Seek employment and work for an employer without the need for work authorization
• Register your own company and run your own business anywhere in the U.S.
• Sponsor your family members for U.S. green card. These family members include:
o Spouse
o Children (Unmarried under 21 years of age)
o Sons and Daughters (Married and/or over 21 years of age)
If you are interested in applying for Naturalization i.e. getting a U.S. citizenship, file a Petition for your family member i.e. bringing your family to come live close to you, or if you wish to discuss it in further details, please feel free to email us at info@davelawoffice.com to schedule a consultation.
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