As someone who is interested in travelling to the United States, it's important to understand the difference between a visa and a green card. While both permit non-US citizens to enter the country, they serve different purposes and come with distinct privileges and restrictions.
A visa is essentially a permission slip that allows you to enter the US for a specific period of time and for a specific purpose. For instance, if you're a tourist, you'll need a tourist visa, while if you're going to attend a conference, you'll need a business visa. Visas are temporary and expire once the specified time period is over. It's important to keep in mind that visas do not give you permission to live or work in the US.
A green card, also known as a permanent resident card, is essentially a permit that enables non-US citizens to permanently live and work in the US. It's one of the most sought-after immigration statuses, as it provides many advantages such as the ability to access education, health care, and social security benefits. Green card holders are also allowed to travel outside the country, unlike those who have visas.
If you're looking to move to the US permanently, obtaining a green card is the best way to go. But if you only need to visit the country for a short period of time, a visa may be the more appropriate option. Ultimately, the decision depends on your specific needs and goals. By understanding the differences between the two, you'll be able to make an informed decision.
Hi everyone, my family and I are under the F3 category and we just received a notice from NVC that our documents have been approved and that we are Documentarily Qualified. My only concern is this message that we received today in addition to the acceptance: " [Name of petitioner] does not meet the minimum income requirement to sponsor the intending immigrants for this case. The consular officer will make a decision regarding this requirement at the time of the interview. For more information, please visit https://www.uscis.gov/i-864p . To avoid delays, an additional Affidavit of Support Form I-864 for a joint sponsor may be submitted." We already have a petitioner and a household sponsor (the household sponsor's income is above the required level), but still unsure why we received this. Has anyone else received this message? All of our documents say "Approved" on NVC. Does this mean we have to find another sponsor? Can we show the consular officer our ...