USCIS Lists Seven Criteria for Refugees Seeking Green Cards

The Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has published a list of seven requirements that refugees must meet to apply for a Green Card, which is essential for obtaining lawful permanent resident status in the United States. The process, known as "adjustment of status," is conducted through Form I-485.

The requirements include: proper filing of Form I-485, admission to the U.S. under Section 207 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, physical presence in the U.S. at the time of filing, being physically present in the U.S. for at least one year after initial admission as a refugee, maintaining refugee status without termination, not having obtained lawful permanent resident status through other means, and being admissible for lawful permanent residence or eligible for a waiver if deemed inadmissible. Meeting these criteria is crucial for refugees seeking long-term stability and security in the U.S.

Refugees who believe they meet these requirements are encouraged to consult the USCIS for further guidance.