Most people They only identify obtaining a green card with the benefit of being able to live and work legally in United States. However, authorities point out that in recent years they have made an effort to make it clear that Permanent residents can access many other government benefits.
Through a statement, the Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) accepted that traditionally there has been confusion and fear that has prevented immigrants and their families from accessing government services available to them, which is why they seek make it clear that There are important services they are eligible for to keep their families safe and healthy.as an effort to promote equity and prevent injustice.
Uscis emphasized that Most non-citizens are eligible to receive public benefits, that includes supports from state and local programs. Thus, for example, legal permanent residents can access the following programs:
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI, for its acronym in English). This program provides monthly payments to people with disabilities and older adults who have little or no income or resources.
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF, for its acronym in English). It offers help to families with financial difficulties, who receive a deposit of money that can be used for basic expenses such as food, housing, electricity, child care and job training.
- Medicaid. It is a joint federal and state program that provides free or low-cost health coverage.
Depending on where you live, investigate what programs are available that you can access, for examplein several states it is possible to apply for financial aid for education and discounts on tuition at certain colleges and universities.
However, it is important to note that Not all permanent residents are eligible for such programs, Well, this depends on various factors that are generally specified according to the state in which you live.
With the green card you can apply for government support.
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Benefits of having a green card
- You can apply for US citizenship After five and three years he is married to a citizen.
- You cannot be deported to your country of originthis even if changes are made to immigration laws.
- It is legally protected by the Constitution of the United States.
- You can sponsor other members of your family to obtain your residency.
- You can travel to and from the United States more easily compared to those who have a visa.
- You can travel freely to any state within the United States.
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