i have a green card, am i qualified to be in the us army?
142142
ditto to your 1st answer above.\nGood luck.
938462
You need a green card or be a US citizen to join the military.Visas will not qualify you for enlistment.\n\nCitizenship for a green card holder in the military is fast tracked, usually from what I've seen someone will obtain citizenship by the end of their initial contract.But you would need to speak to a recruiter about that to get specifics.\n\nAs for a foreign legion the US doesn't have anything of the like and only takes green card holders or US citizens.
411211
It is possible for immigrants to gain admission to the US aremed forces. I have served with quite a few. However, not an illegal immigrant. There aren't FBI clearance checks for entry, but there is a very rigorous background check. Including an AFIS and NCIC checks, DMV check and the one most any illegal will fail, is the most simple. The records from the high school they graduated from. No diploma, no entry. Yes there are exceptions, called a GED window, but your high school transcripts must be included with the GED certification. There is a minimalist background investigation, but it is there nontheless. But no. There are not illegal immigrants in the US armed forces, and anyone who says so is simply misinformed. I spent 12 years of my life in an intel unit, providing preliminary background checks to the FBI for securuity clearance investigations. The process for entry alone prohibits their entry. There are just too many different things they would have to fake, and it would be the little things that would get them caught. And the penalties for trying to enlist as an illegal are very severe. VERY severe. Crimes against the State, Federal Penitentiary, Leavenworth Ks., severe. That's why I can say there are NO illegal immigrants in the service. If they are there illegally, they have a new title. They are promoted instantly from illegal alien status to spy. \nDon't believe everything you hear. YES there is a legal way to enlist, if you are from a foreign nation. And it's NOT that hard to do. If you're serious about enlisting, I would strongly suggest you contact the area MEPS (Military Enlistment Processing Station) and ask to speak to the NCOIC about advice as to what you would require. It sounds to me like the recruiter you spoke with simply doesn't want to have to deal with the added paperwork. Here on a student visa? Explore joining the ROTC program at your school, also.\nI wish you the best of luck.
1044739
YES!!! In fact I served in the army (but I know this applies to ALL US military branches) with many people who did not have a US citizenship (and were not looking to GET one) who were in the military. Talk to your local recruiter they will help you go through the proper paperwork, IF you ARE looking to get US Citizenship joining the military can help actually speed up the process, and they encourage it!
757536
Yes.\nYou need to apply in the US.
711979
Just the US emblems, you are not considered a 2Lt. unless you either earn it or you were an officer as a cadet.  You are just considered a Senior member until you get you Lt. bars.
967910
No, I believe you must obtain a green card, but they are fairly easy to obtain if you wish in enlisting in the military, especially now.  You won't be able to accept a commission until you are a citizen, but you can enlist given you can pass a background check, medical, etc.
1142486
No they wont accept you...you have to be of sound mind and physically fit in order to join any component of the United States Military Forces....they do an In-processing physical if you pass the ASVAB test....and if they find any thing that could hinder your performance as a soldier, navy, marines, air force...they will not let you in..alot of reasons behind it...but one is ...You could be out in combat and because of your physical handicap..it could cost u ur life and your fellow soldiers.....another is...If  you have a physical problem before you enlist...the military does not want to have to pay to repair it....that's why they have the In-processing physical....and when you retire or resign your enlistment they have an OUT-processing physical as well.....Alot of recruiters will help you if you really want to join....I am DEAF of the left ear...and I got 3 Division Generals to sign a waiver and let me into the U.S. Army...so if you're THAT determined....get a recruiter that will really work with you..in my situation they classifed me under a code that meant I couldnt be out in combat...but in combat support...its under the PULSES....of your  military record...Good Luck...and its admirable that you want to join
910746
You need a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent to join the Army.  Maybe the recruiter didn't understand what you were asking.  If a 10th grade education in Germany is the same as a 12th grade education in the U.S., you should be good to go.
732250
I doubt it. It is possible. I have a Mexican aquaintance who joined the Army in Los Angeles during the Viet Nam war, is a decorated veteran. He was an illegal alien then, is living in Mexico and is a Plant Manager. No I have no idea how he got away with joining.
137798
I wouldn't AUTOMATICALLY assume yourself disqualified.  I would contact a recruiter and discuss your situation, because military entrace requirements vary depending upon the needs of the force.
881872
Here's a start:\n\nhttp://usmilitary.about.com/od/armyjoin/a/armymilacademy.htm?...+admission.   But, the guys above are correct.
96291
Talk to a good immigration lawyer to see if you qualify and if so, how.\n\nMurthy is supposed to be a good law firm.  Their website is http://www.murthy.com
1130647
You had to register with selective service?\n\n          I presume that since you are not a permanent resident alien, You would not be subject to being drafted.\n\n          We have people from Russia in the army.\n\n           I don't think there is any way around the requirement to be a permanent resident alien.
418316
If you're legal than you're fine. If you've got the green card then you're ok. :)
413144
You do NOT have to be an American citizen to join our armed forces. In fact, it is one way to get citizenship.\n\nRead this: http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/natsec/RL31884.pdf#search='citizenship%20and%20military%20service'\n\nIt seems to be very difficult to find out if there are any non-US citizens on the Wall, except for American Indians.
510670
If you are not a US resident, you cannot join the US armed forces.  These are the requirements for residency.  You must have:\n\n      (1) Entered the United States on a permanent residence visa or has an Alien Registration Receipt Card (INS Form 1-551/I-551 greencard or stamped I-94), and\n\n      (2) Established a bona fide residence, and\n\n      (3) Established a home of record in the United States.