Refugees and Asylees . One year after obtaining refugee or asylee status, a Green Card may be applied for. Many responsibilities fall to the permanent immigrant on becoming a lifelong member of U.S. society. These responsibilities include paying income and Social Security taxes. After becoming a citizen, an immigrant is given the right to vote and the responsibility to serve as a juror, if called.
Benefits occur as well.
Social Security is available to those who have built up credits. U.S. citizenship may be obtained after a qualifying period. The ultimate reward is the right to vote which falls only to U.S. citizens. Click here to place a secure encrypted online order. Click here to order by fax, phone or mail.