Those who live in the United States as migrants can access a permanent residence known as a green cardwhich must be requested before the Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS, for its acronym in English).
There are several reasons why you may ask for it, such as: through a family member, a job, through the special immigrant regime, refugee or asylum statusvictims of trafficking and other crimes, through registration, among others.
Here we tell you how to apply, what documents you must present and the procedure for the medical examination.
First, those who want to request a change of status They must identify which of the aforementioned groups they belong to. and if it meets the requirements. The details to request residency for reasons of family, work, asylum, and all the others, you can find them on the Uscis website.
Then, on the same website, you will find the 'forms' section in which you must select the one that corresponds to you.
Please note that specific requirements may vary. For example, in some cases you may be asked for a minimum continuous stay in the United States, which you must demonstrate and attach to the form, if applicable.
You can download the form from the website and fill it out with the data as appropriate, and then submit the application to the USCIS.
If your application is approved, you must continue with the procedures for an appointment to provide fingerprints, photographs and a signature, as well as attend the agreed interview.
The procedure has a cost that you can consult in detail in the Uscis page.
(Also read: The White House grants an immigration benefit to Palestinians in the US).
Medical examination for residency application
According to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services website, If a person submits an application form to register permanent residence or adjust status, he or she generally “must undergo a medical examination immigration and receive vaccines against preventable diseases.
It is necessary to say that there are doctors designated for this process, so you should look for which ones are authorized by calling the Uscis contact center or 800-375-5283.
Additionally, you should keep in mind that rates vary depending on the professional.
Then, The doctor will enter the results of your exam on Form I-693 Medical Report and Immunization Record, which you must bring printed to the appointment..
Also, you should bring previous medical records, including immunization records. All complementary information will be placed in a sealed envelope to Uscis, this should not be opened or altered..
Learn more details of the process on the official USCIS website.
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