Family-based immigration is one of the most common ways to obtain a green card, particularly for spouses, parents, and children of U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

You can have a direct path to U.S. citizenship through naturalization, provided you meet all legal criteria. These include having a Green Card for at least five years, maintaining a permanent residence in the U.S., and showing compliance with U.S. laws and tax obligations. If approved, you’ll take the Oath of Allegiance and become a U.S. citizen. It's recommended to review your travel history, legal records, and documents before applying.

The U.S. offers several legal pathways to permanent residency. These include employer sponsorship, particularly for high-demand or highly skilled workers; entrepreneurial investment through the EB-5 program; Asylum or refugee status if you fear persecution in your home country; and diversity lottery entry for those from countries with low immigration rates to the U.S.