There are several types of Green Card Forms available. Many are downloadable online helping immigrants receive needed documentation quickly. Depending on what you intend on doing in the United States will determine what form or forms you will need to have with you filled out when you apply. Some immigrants only get green cards to work while others get green cards for their permanent residency.

To receive a green card because you are married is not enough. You must also fill out at form called I-130 form which is a "Petition for Alien Relative" you will need the green card forms to accompany your marriage certificate and spouses proof of citizenship papers i.e. birth certificate or naturalization papers, etc… This will give them more information on the applicants whom are applying.

You will also need green card forms for biographic information and photos of both the spouse that is a citizen and the alien relative and spouse. You may also need to fill out a form 1-485 or an application for adjustment of status form this paper or document will allow the spouse a chance to have the status change on approval. These forms also incur charges ranging anywhere from $600-700 dollars. The fee is not refunded if you are not accepted, and they are in addition to all the other fees that go with application for Green card.

Applying for the green card lottery and use of the U.S. Bureau of Citizenship & Immigration services is good for finding out any additional information you may need to get concerning your particular situation. Making sure that all the forms are filled out properly and all fees that are associated are paid at the time of submission of the application will keep you from experiencing any delays or denials.

The Green card lottery is a good way to ensure that all documentation is accounted for and the cheapest way to get your application processed. They offer 50,000 slots to all qualifying countries and do not require the application and visa fees are paid at submission but on notification of winning. Though only 50,000 to the millions that apply are chosen it will save you the up front fees required when applying though you will still be required to summit all required documents and photos just as with regular application so professional help maybe warranted. Make sure that you have a professional take you picture because many have been disqualified due to the photo not meeting the requirements!