Immigration Attorneys in St. Petersburg Get Started Today! 727-361-9277 Home Our Firm Immigration Law Reviews Blog Contact Us Green Card Our Family Helping Your Family Green Card Lawyers in St. Petersburg Helping Clients Obtain Permanent Residency A green card offers extensive benefits for individuals who want to live and work in the United States. However, obtaining a green card can be a complex process. Working with an immigration attorney increases your chances for a successful green card application. For more than 40 years, Rios Immigration Law Firm has worked to help clients take full advantage of this opportunity. Our St. Petersburg green card attorneys represent clients from all around the world and provide services in English and Spanish. Learn how our immigration law firm can help you navigate the green card process. Contact our green card attorneys by calling (727) 361-9277. Benefits of Permanent Residence in the United States Lawful permanent residency, also known as a green card, is the goal for many people who come to the United States from other countries. Permanent resident status comes with several benefits. Benefits of a green card include the ability to: Work with almost any U.S. employer, without needing sponsorship Travel abroad and reenter the country without risking being denied entry Apply for government financial aid for continuing education Start your own business Get a mortgage and purchase a home Obtain health and life insurance Contribute to political campaigns As a green card holder, you can also petition for a green card for your spouse and unmarried children under the age of 21. After five years, you can apply for full U.S. citizenship. Qualifying for a Green Card Depending on your situation, you may be eligible to obtain a green card through one of four basic methods: Employment The green card lottery Family sponsorship by a U.S. citizen or permanent resident Political asylum When applying for a green card, it is important to apply under the right eligibility category. For example, you may want to apply through political asylum. In this case, you must be able to show you have suffered persecution in your home country. If you want to apply through employment, you must fit in one of the five preference categories. Marriage based green cards require proof of the existing relationship. The process of obtaining a green card is extensive, and processing times can vary widely. Because every situation is unique, you will benefit from the qualified guidance of an experienced immigration lawyer. At Rios Immigration Law Firm, we can help you avoid common pitfalls and raise your likelihood of success. Green Card Denial and Appeals A green card may be denied for a few reasons, such as: A criminal conviction A contagious disease Illegal entry into the U.S. If employment-based, lack of qualifications If family-based, lack of proven relationship If your green card is denied, you may be able to appeal the decision. You could file a motion to reopen the case with new evidence or documentation to support your case. Other options include filing a motion to reconsider or filing an appeal with the Administrative Appeals Office. If your green card is denied, we can closely evaluate your situation to help you determine the best path forward. Dedicated, Accessible Attorneys for Green Card Legal Issues The green card application process and the appeals process are extremely complex. Even the smallest errors can result in a denial. When petitioning for your green card or filing an appeal, avoid errors by retaining qualified legal counsel. Our St. Petersburg green card attorneys have guided many clients through the process over the past 40 years. We have extensive knowledge of the immigration process and can help you gather all necessary documentation to support your petition and address any issues that could result in a denial. We have a proven track record of delivering results for our clients. Call (727) 361-9277 to schedule an appointment for a consultation. Immigration Law Asylum Citizenship & Naturalization Deportation Defense Adjustment of Status Appeals & Waivers Family Based Visas Employment Based Visas Green Card Contact Us Today First Name Last Name Phone Email Yes, I am a potential new client No, I'm a current existing client I'm neither. Are you a new client? Message SEND Why Choose Us? 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