Popularly known as Green Cards, immigrant visas can be obtained through a variety of routes, the most common of which are family ties, employment and financial investment in the United States. The United States' immigration program is made up of a classification of preferences according to the specific requirements of the individual and the employer in cases of employment.
For spouses, unmarried children under the age of 21, and parents as long as the citizen is over the age of 21.
For spouses and unmarried children under 21 years of age. Also possible for unmarried children over 21 in a specific category.
For married children over the age of 21 in a specific category, such as applications for siblings of US citizens.
First preference:
- Extraordinary Ability in the Sciences, Arts, Education, Business and
Athletics;
- Professors and Researchers with international recognition;
- Transferring Managers and Executives from a multinational company.
Second preference: category used by American companies for
sponsorship through the PERM process via the United States Department of Labor
or by waiving this stage when the individual is in the national interest of
country for their qualifications and achievements in specific segments.
- Advanced Educational Degree;
- Exceptional Ability;
- National Interest (NIW - National Interest Waiver).
Third preference: category used by American companies offering
sponsorship so that the individual can work in the United States in 3 sub
categories according to their qualifications and the requirements of the job vacancy.
Fourth preference: category for individuals with specific qualifications such as religious activity and employees of international organizations, for example.
Fifth preference: category for individuals interested in investing in the country according to location and job creation as determinants for stimulating the American economy.