By qualifying for it

To apply for a green card, the general process is to: 1 Petition Filing: Either someone files an immigrant petition for you, or in some cases, you file for yourself 2 Application Submission: Once your petition is approved and a visa is available in your category, you file a Green Card application with USCIS or a visa application with the U.S. Department of State 3 Biometrics Appointment: Provide your fingerprints, photos, and signature 4 Interview: Attend an interview with immigration officials 5 Decision: Receive a decision on your application.