关于绿卡

billyli

如果在美国读完硕士后，继续读博士，读博期间能不能申请绿卡呢

billyli

I ding it myselt

zlily424

I think for most PhD students, the answer should be "NO". But there are some exceptions:

1. If you have published significant books or papers in China or U.S, you can apply as "outstanding intellectuals" . Actually I am not sure about the specific term for this, better consult an immigration attorney about this. I know several people became permanent residents by this way.

2. Employer-sponsored immigration or self-employed immigration.

3. Marriage with a U.S. citizen.

Camellia07

 self-employed immigration怎么办？

zlily424

It's a little bit complicated. I know a friend who could not find a job and could not work legally in U.S. She opened a company. Then she could work as a contractor instead of employee. Attorney in LA is quite familiar about this.

Camellia07

It sounds a way out after graduation.  Thanks.