Applying for a green card involves almost, always a long – drawn out procedure of lengthy activities. But most immigrants will state that it is worth all the effort in the end! Obtaining a green card from the USCIS enables immigrants to reside and work on a permanent basis in the United States of America.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF A GREEN CARD?

Various advantages can accrue to a green card holder. Here are some of them:

• A green card holder is allowed to enter or leave the United States whenever he or she pleases, without having to be stopped at the point of entry by an Immigrations authority. The immigrant is always advised to keep a record of the dates each and every time he or she enters or leaves the country. Every time the immigrant comes back into the country it is advised that the card is shown to the USCIS officials, as the USCIS is the authorized body for all categories of immigration to the United States. (USCIS stands for U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services.) The holder is always advised to enter the country in a lawful manner, without resorting to illegal recourse.
• There is no need to fill up the I-94 form or worry needlessly about the authorized stay in the country, as the card stands valid for a lifetime.
• A green card holder can henceforth apply for government-sponsored aid for education purposes.

The holder can start a business and even create own corporations.