Can a recent immigrant  with a green card qualify for Social security, medicare, medicaid and food stamps?
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Why not?  We need more freeloaders in this country.
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In the context of immigrant visas, the USCIS asks that the petitioner promises that he/she will not let the beneficiary (the relative you're petitioning) become "public charge."  This means that you have to assume all responsibility of supporting that relative once he/she is in the U.S.  Public charge, define broadly, means burden of the government - i.e. welfare, foodstamp, etc.  \n\nI don't believe, however, this bars your relative from legally qualifying government programs - i.e. Medicare, Social Security Income, etc.  But your relative will first have to meet the eligibility for each program (e.g. citizenship, tax contribution, etc.).
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Once she moves out of state, she is required to enroll in her new state's Medicaid (same as MediCal) program. She should do this as soon as possible before she is required to pay back the state for benefits recieved as a resident in another state! By the way, she paid into SSI which is the Social Security Income which is in no way tied to California only.
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There is a question you have to answer first.  When you were provided residency on your "Green Card" it was initally a conditional residency.  Your code of adjustment would be CR(number).  If you have had this condition removed, you are a lawful permanent resident, divorced or not.  If not, your residency is dependent on your marriage.  Additionally, if you choose to file for citizenship, you are required to wait 3 years if married to a citizen, and 5 years if you are not.
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Someone who is legal citizen of U.S.A.
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Federal law requires hospitals to accept anyone for emergency services.  Childbirth would fall under this category.  The hospital will require payment through insurance or personal payment.  Mother of child born in the U.S. do not aquire any immigration benefits and would be subject to deportation if the mother is out of status (illegal).  The U.S. citizen child could petition for the mother of father when he or she turns 21.
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Generally, because you have a child who has the US citizenship due to the birth in the US, does not grant you the US citizenship at all.  I have not heard any cases due to a sole reason that a parent was granted the permanent residency status, because the child was the US citizen.  (I caution you that I do not practice immigration law full time, however)\n\nHaving said that, your status as being a student (assuming legally student for 5 years) should not affect your green card application status, barring some unknown facts.   I suggest you apply for the permanent residency through the work permit (H-1) or apply for the lottery program (50,000 slots every year for qualified applicants).
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bring her over here and apply for social security and medicare
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Not if it's standard social security and he's at least 62. If  he's receiving disability or receiving any additional SSI payments these could be affected. It's also possible that it could affect any Medicare he's receiving so check that out as well. Be aware that there may also be Income Tax or Gift Tax issues with something like this.\n\nGive me the complete details and I'll try to help you understand the full impact. (That's what I do is Tax Consulting and financial planning.) \n\nRemember that it's possible that he could receive the house and use it under a family trust or some other arraignment that prevent any negative results if it's done right.
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He should be able to get it, but he needs to apply as soon as possible, this can be done over the phone, they will send forms for him to fill out, and request all medical records, it can take up to six months for them to approve it from the time you file.  They may also request that he see a doctor of their choice along with all regular doctors medical records.  I would suggest that you get ahold of SS now as there is a good possiblilty that he may be turned down at the end of the six months, you will also want to contact a lawyer in case this happens find one or ask around as see who in the best in your area for this, they will work pro bono, no money unless they win the case, then they will take a percentage of the amount owed you from the time you first filed, he may get it on the first try, but is best to have a lawyer lined up just in case. The Lawyers cut is usually 25% of what is owed to you. Good Luck
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Hi Sujan.  Any application for a green card will only be approved when a immigrant visa number becomes available for you.  Since both consular processing and adjustment of status draw from the same pool of visa numbers, they'll take the same amount of time.
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How easy or difficult obtaining a green card can be depends greatly on a person's individual situation. Some individuals will apply for a greencard through family immigration. Employment immigration also gives people the opportunity to become a lawful permanent resident of the United States.\n\nMethods of Obtaining a Green Card\nA person can apply to become a permanent resident based on having a relative who is either a lawful permanent resident or a US citizen. The relative must first file the petition and it has to be approved. Once an immigrant visa number is available you can apply to have one assigned to you.\n\nEmployment can also allow a person to apply for a greencard. There is a multi-step process that is quite complex and can vary depending on the petitioner's qualifications, as well as which visa he or she applies for. The employer must complete a labor certification request for the applicant to be either granted or denied. \n\nObtaining a green card can also occur during the Diversity Program which is a green card lottery. This program began in 1994 and allows 50,000 new permanent residents enter the United States each year. The Diversity Program specifically allocates more visas, though randomly, to countries that have provided few immigrants to the US in recent years.\n\n\n\nUS-Immigration law is an extremely complex field where most people need the advise and services of an expert. Green Card Support Service has co-operated with a number of excellent Immigration Attorneys in the USA. We are glad to recommend and to provide you with the details of one of the best immigration lawyers in the USA. \n\nMr.\n\nClemens Pauly\n\nAttorney at law in Germany and the USA\n\nwww.cpauly.com
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You may be covered by Medicaid if you have high medical bills, you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or you meet certain income, resource, age, or disability requirements. \n\nThe page linked below shows one state's qualifications. Your state may differ.
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ask for their greencard or visa or SS#
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You are 100% correct and I agree with everything you said here.  As well, yes, there are American citizens on welfare (some don't deserve it, either) but the distinction here is that they ARE AMERICAN CITIZENS and our welfare system is to help AMERICAN  CITIZENS, NOT ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS!  Also, definitely NO green card or "path to citizenship" for illegals presently in the country - deport them ALL and stop saying it is impossible - yes, it is possible.  It may take time, but it is possible and it can be done and I am sure it will cost less than what they cost us while living in the country illegally.  Let them apply for a temporary worker visa AFTER they leave the country on their own steam - if they don't and are later deported, NO CHANCE FOR A TEMPORARY WORKER PASS OR LEGAL ENTRY BACK INTO THE USA EVER AGAIN, because they passed up their chance to do it the right way.  No rewards WHATSOEVER for illegal immigrants because that is sending the wrong message to other would-be illegals and that is also telling those who have sacrificed and waited in order to immigrate legally, that we don't respect them for doing it the right way.
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If a green card entitles you to citizenship.He should be able to join you now.
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These are good answers, although they assume you already have a permanent resident card. Is that your case?