Path to Green Card & Citizenship
Every immigration journey is different, but many lead to the same destination — the security of lawful permanent residence and, ultimately, U.S. citizenship. Wherever you are today, there may be a path forward. Below, we show how the journey often unfolds and the routes that may apply to your situation. At Graham Immigration Law, we guide individuals and families through each stage with clarity, honesty, and care.
Your Journey
Path to Green Card & Citizenship
Wherever you start, the journey leads to the same place. Here's how it often unfolds — and how we guide you at every branch along the way.
Where many people start
Undocumented or Temporary Status
More options may exist than you realize.
Depending on your situation, one of these paths may apply:
Family
A citizen or resident relative petitions for you
Marriage
To a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Asylum
If you fear persecution back home
VAWA
Confidential relief for survivors of abuse
U Visa
For crime victims who aided law enforcement
SIJS
For abused, abandoned, or neglected children
Cancellation
For long-term residents in removal
Other Paths
Several more may apply to your case
All of these paths lead toward the same milestone ↓
Milestone
Green Card — Permanent Residence
Once here, the path to citizenship becomes clearer.
Maintain residence
5 years (3 if married to a
citizen)
Good moral character
The destination
U.S. Citizenship
The final milestone — we guide you through every step.
File N-400
Biometrics & civics test
Interview
Oath of citizenship
Wherever You Are on This Path, We Can Help
Experienced legal representation guiding individuals and families through complex immigration matters.