Permanent Resident status, symbolized to many people by the so-called "Greencard" confers on foreign nationals the right to live and work in the United States without time limitations.

The process to acquire a green card changes frequently, as do the waiting periods associated with each of the different steps. VisaVersa is in close contact with a number of players in the immigration world, and is uniquely qualified to provide you with the most accurate information available.

The two most common ways of becoming a permanent resident are through:

• Family-based permanent resident petitions
  Eligible for permanent residency in this category are immediate relatives of either United States citizens or United States residents.
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• Employment based permanent resident petitions
  A total of 140,000 immigrant visas are available in this category each year. Most of these visas are available for members of certain professions, people of extraordinary ability in a particular field, or professionals whose skills are in short supply in the US.