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🇺🇸 U.S. Green Card Application
The United States, through the annual Green Card Lottery (Diversity Immigrant Visa Program), grants permanent residency and work rights to 55,000 individuals from around the world. Citizens of Turkey are eligible to apply for this program.
📝 Application Requirements
To apply for the Green Card, the following requirements must be met:
- Education: Must have at least a high school diploma or equivalent; or have worked for at least two years in a job that requires education or experience within the last five years.
- Age: The applicant must be at least 18 years old.
- Citizenship: The applicant must be a citizen of a country eligible for the Green Card lottery. Turkey is one of the eligible countries.
📅 Application Process
Green Card applications are accepted electronically on the official U.S. Department of State website each year between October and November. As the application period is quite limited, it is important not to leave your application until the last minute. Always check the official announcements for the application dates and make sure to submit your application within the given time frame.
📝 Required Documents
The following documents may be required during the application process:
- Valid Passport: A passport with at least 6 months of validity from the date of travel.
- DS-260 Form: Immigrant Visa and Alien Registration Application form.
- Biometric Photo: A current photo sized 2x2 inches.
- Marriage and Birth Certificates: Documents showing the applicant's family status.
- Bank Account Statement: Documents showing financial status.
- Medical Examination Reports: Reports obtained from an authorized healthcare institution.
- Vaccination Records: Documents showing the required vaccinations have been completed.
💰 Application Fee
There is no application fee for the Green Card lottery. However, fees may be required for the interview and visa processing. These fees depend on the visa type and the consulate's specified rates.
⏱ Processing Time
The processing time for the Green Card application may vary depending on the category applied for and the consulate’s workload. Typically, processing may take several months. However, for certain categories, the waiting times may be longer.