Pending Green Card: Can You Work As You Wait?

Person completing a form related to green card application for employment authorization

Pending Green Card: So, you’ve got your green card application in the works and you’re itching to get started with working in the U.S., right? The waiting game can feel like a never-ending episode of your favorite show, and you might be wondering if you can jump into the workforce or just how long you can stay without running into trouble. Fear not! We’ve got the answers to your burning questions about working while your green card application is pending. Buckle up, it’s going to be a fun ride

DV Lottery (2026) : Your Ticket to a U.S. Green Card

DV Lottery: If you’re dreaming of becoming a U.S. permanent resident, the Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery—commonly known as the “Green Card Lottery”—might be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Each year, the U.S. government randomly selects up to 55,000 people from countries with low rates of immigration to the U.S., giving them a shot at permanent residency. For 2026, the registration for the DV Lottery is open, and I’m here to break down everything you need to know about the process.

Green Card Expired: Applying for Naturalization

Green Card Expired: Applying for Naturalization

Green Card expiration doesn’t strip you of your permanent residency in the U.S. While it might pose inconveniences for travel or employment verification, your path to citizenship remains open. You can still apply for naturalization with an expired Green Card. Immigration law doesn’t require a current Green Card to establish eligibility for citizenship, ensuring that […]