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Effective, Experienced Legal Assistance For All Your Immigration Concerns

Helping Clients Pursue Visas And Green Cards

Get a trusted partner for your visa or green card needs. Put me in your corner. I am John Cayer, an immigration attorney with over 25 years of experience. At Cayer Law, I help individuals, families and businesses navigate the immigration system. From guiding you on the differences between visas and green cards to helping you with applications, I am here to give you the comprehensive support you deserve.

What Is The Difference Between A Visa And A Green Card?

Visas, also known as nonimmigrant visas, are for shorter term stays in the U.S. They have set deadlines, and the ability to renew or extend them is limited.

Green cards, sometimes called immigrant visas, allow a person to permanently reside and work in the U.S. While green cards typically last 10 years, they can be renewed indefinitely.

Full-Service Visa Representation

I help clients pursue all types of temporary visas, including:

  • Work visas: Such as H-1B, I-1, L-1 and O-1 visas
  • Student visas: Such as F-1 and M-1 visas
  • Family visas: Such as K and V visas
  • Other visas: Such as B-1 and B-2 visas

I can also advise you on your options if you want to renew, extend or change your visa.

What Are The Eligibility Requirements For Getting A Green Card?

The three main eligibility categories are:

  • Family-based green cards: For certain relatives of lawful permanent residents and U.S. citizens
  • Employment-based green cards: For certain workers
  • Diversity green cards: Available via lottery to individuals from certain countries

The specific requirements vary based on the type of green card. I can help with all aspects of determining eligibility for and pursuing a green card.

What Is Consular Processing?

This is the process for applying for a green card while in a foreign country.

What Is Adjustment Of Status?

This process allows a person to apply for a green card while they are in the U.S. on a temporary visa.

Can You Work In Massachusetts While Your Green Card Application Is Pending?

The answer depends on what type of temporary visa you have. If it is a work visa, you can work under its terms. If it is not, you generally can only work if you apply for and are granted an Employment Authorization Document. I can assist you with this work permit application process.

Seeking To Become A U.S. Citizen

Most green card holders are eligible to pursue citizenship after either three or five years of having lawful permanent resident status. The process, called naturalization, has many steps and requirements. I can guide you through this journey.

Get Experienced Guidance

Let me help you pursue the visa and green card solutions you need to achieve your immigration goals. Get in touch today by calling 978-955-9352 or sending an online message.