I Am a U.S. Citizen: How Do I Help My Relative Become a Permanent Resident?

As a citizen of the United States, you may help a relative become a lawful permanent resident of the United States by obtaining what is often referred to as a "green card." To do so, you need to sponsor your relative and be able to prove that you have enough income or assets to support your relative(s) when they come to the United States. Learn more about the process. Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Released: 2008 Pages: 3 Publication ID: 778 Item number: 778 Tweet Download this publication for FREE (PDF format) This publication is available in electronic format only Related Publications I Am a U.S. Citizen: How Do I Help My Fiance(é) Become a Permanent Resident? More Information...