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Applying for US residency: what you should expect

Why you need a green card to live stateside

Applying for US residency: what you should expect
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04/06/2025 12:30 ‧ 1 day ago | StarsInsider

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If you're thinking about residing permanently in America and aren't a citizen, you'll need a green card to do so. A green card is an identity document that affords holders lawful permanent residency in the United States. It's a coveted document and the process involved in applying for one is long and complicated.

The benefits of carrying a green card, however, far outweigh the paperwork involved. And if your eventual aim is to gain full citizenship, then possessing this much sought-after ID provides an essential avenue towards achieving that goal. So, are you looking to live stateside?

Click through and find out more about how to obtain an American green card.

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