What is the fastest way to get a green card?

Answer

The fastest ways to get a green card or to obtain permanent residency in the U.S. is through the following methods:

Immigration through Family Reunification: 9 months to 5 years
Immigration through Marriage to a U.S. Citizen: around 10 months
Immigration of a Political Asylum to the USA: within 1 year
Immigration of Extraordinary Ability Individuals: 1 to 2 years
Investment Immigration: 12 to 18 months

Further details about green card timelines.

Immigration through Family Reunification: Coming to the U.S. by reuniting with family can take. It is quicker if the immigrant is a parent, spouse, or unmarried child under 21 of a U.S. citizen.

Immigration through Marriage to a U.S. Citizen: The first step is to acquire a temporary green card which can take around 10 months. Then, you need to prove that your marriage is valid to USCIS within 2 years to secure permanent resident status.

Immigration of a Political Asylum to the USA: Getting approved for asylum means getting your green card within 1 year after passing the interview with an immigration officer. Typically, this interview happens within 2 months of submitting your petition.

Immigration of Extraordinary Ability Individuals: EB-1 visas for those with extraordinary abilities are prioritized, with petitions processed swiftly. Premium processing can expedite an EB-1A or B visa to obtain a green card within 1 year. EB-1C visas for outstanding managers/directors may take 18 to 24 months.

Investment Immigration (EB-5): An EB-5 investment visa initially grants a temporary green card for 12 to 18 months, leading to permanent residency in about five to six years from the petition date.

One key point to remember is that there are factors to consider that can affect processing times for a green card. These include: