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Permanent Residency Process

Permanent Residency (Green Card) Petition based on employment

In certain circumstances, U.S. employers may request (petition) permanent residency (a green card) on behalf their international employees. This petition goes through the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

This process is complicated but is essential in recruiting international talent in all fields of research and study which helps VCU remain competitive with its peers. The below procedures and forms explain and guide departments through what is required.

If you have questions as you read, please contact the Office of International Education- Immigration Services at (804) 828-0595.

 

 

 

Virginia Commonwealth University
Office of International Education • Immigration Services
Franklin Street Gym • 817 W. Franklin St. • P.O. Box 843043 • Richmond, VA 23284-3043 • USA
Phone: (804) 828-8471 • Fax: (804) 828-2552
E-mail: oie@vcu.edu
Last Modified on: 05/05/2010