Green Card Lawyer in Charlotte, NC

Green card processing times in Charlotte vary by category: immediate relatives (spouse, parents of US citizens) typically take 8-14 months, employment-based can take 1-3 years depending on category and country of birth. The Charlotte USCIS Field Office at 6130 Tyvola Centre Dr handles interviews, which are usually scheduled 4-8 months after filing.

Government fees vary depending on the type of application and are set by USCIS. Attorney fees at Vasquez Law Firm depend on case complexity, with payment plans available. We offer transparent pricing and free consultations at our Charlotte office at 5701 Executive Center Drive to discuss your specific situation.

Yes, most green card applicants can apply for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) while waiting. EADs typically take 3-5 months to process. Once approved, you can work for any employer in the Charlotte metro area or anywhere in the US. We help file your work permit application along with your green card case.

Required documents include passport, birth certificate, marriage certificate (if applicable), police clearances, medical exam from USCIS-approved Charlotte doctors, financial support documents, and employment verification. Our Charlotte immigration lawyers provide a complete checklist and help gather all necessary documentation.

The interview at Charlotte's USCIS office typically lasts 20-30 minutes. An officer will review your application, verify your identity, ask about your background, employment, and relationship (for family cases). Our attorneys prepare you thoroughly and can accompany you to the interview at 6130 Tyvola Centre Dr.

Yes, we handle green card denials, appeals, and motions to reopen. Common denial reasons include incomplete applications, inadmissibility issues, or lack of evidence. Our Charlotte attorneys have successfully overturned many denials through appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals and federal court litigation.