Immigration Law11 min read
What Is a Green Card?
A Green Card authorizes a foreign national to live and work permanently in the U.S., serving as a primary pathway to U.S. citizenship.
By David ChenRead Guide
Explore research-backed legal explainers written in plain English, citing official federal statutes and court decisions.
A Green Card authorizes a foreign national to live and work permanently in the U.S., serving as a primary pathway to U.S. citizenship.
A visa permits entry for a temporary specific purpose, whereas a Green Card confers permanent authorization to live and work indefinitely.
Naturalization is the formal legal process by which a lawful permanent resident is granted U.S. citizenship after fulfilling statutory requirements.
Employment-based visas allow foreign professionals, executives, and skilled workers to work in the U.S. temporarily or permanently.