Applications to the program must be submitted using the designated forms and should include the applicable fees and supporting documentation. Alongside standard personal documentation, applicants are required to provide medical reports, vaccination records, certified police clearance certificates, and any relevant court records. On average, applicants receive their initial conditional green cards within a timeframe of 12 to 36 months. The process for converting the conditional green card into a regular green card begins two years later.

Investors’ spouses and unmarried children under 21 years old may also apply for green cards as derivative applicants. They are not required to make additional financial contributions but must complete their own application forms and provide necessary documentation.

Permanent residents in the USA have the freedom to live anywhere in the country. However, they face more restrictions compared to other countries when it comes to visa-free or visa-on-arrival access.

To qualify for U.S. citizenship, green card holders must have resided continuously in the country for at least five years before applying for naturalization. They must demonstrate that they have been physically present in the USA for at least 30 months within the five-year period immediately preceding their application. Additionally, applicants must be able to read, write, and speak basic English. Aside from passing a civics test, the requirements for naturalization are relatively minimal.