HOW DIFFICULT IS IT TO OBTAIN A GREEN CARD THROUGH ASYLUM, GREEN CARD LOTTERY AND AMNESTY?
The chances are very slim to obtain a visa under any of these three categories. In fact, the success rate for a green card through asylum is roughly 3 to 5 percent. Please be advised that the success rate for asylum is so low primarily because there are so many immigrants who file an illegitimate application and are rejected. The likelihood of success on a legitimate asylum claim is much better. As for the Lottery and Amnesty, these do result in green cards but the chances again are remote. • HOW QUICKLY CAN I OBTAIN A GREEN CARD IF I AM AN IMMEDIATE FAMILY RELATIVE OF A LEGAL PERMANENT RESIDENT OR A UNITED STATES CITIZEN? The United States places a high priority of family unity, and the ability for families to be together. As a result, if there is a visa available or current, then you may obtain a green card the moment your immigrant paperwork has been completed. The INS website provides information as to which family petitions are current. The factors that determine the waiting perio
