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What is the typical timeframe from entering the U.S. on an immigrant visa to receiving a Green Card?

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I am a British Citizen, my husband is U.S, I have applied for my Green Card from overseas and have my interview this month. 
Once I receive the Immigrant Visa, I understand I have 6 months to enter the U.S and then the Green Card will be mailed to my address in the U.S. Is anyone able to advise how long this typically takes from entering the U.S for the GC to arrive?

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Some get it quick,some do not

 

You will get a stamp in your passport that acts as a temporary GC good for a year, on entry.

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5 hours ago, Boiler said:

Some get it quick,some do not

 

You will get a stamp in your passport that acts as a temporary GC good for a year, on entry.

Just looking for a rough timeframe as my husband is working overseas (with a US company) and I intend to join him. I will enter the US and once the GC arrives I'll be leaving.

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Once you pay the immigration fee it will tell you to expect the physical card within 90 days of entry. 
 

Your stamped visa in your passport is good until then. 

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2 hours ago, Lauras said:

Just looking for a rough timeframe as my husband is working overseas (with a US company) and I intend to join him. I will enter the US and once the GC arrives I'll be leaving.

 

You cannot enter the US by yourself   Your husband has to travel with you or travel ahead of you.

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11 hours ago, Lauras said:

I am a British Citizen, my husband is U.S, I have applied for my Green Card from overseas and have my interview this month. 
Once I receive the Immigrant Visa, I understand I have 6 months to enter the U.S and then the Green Card will be mailed to my address in the U.S. Is anyone able to advise how long this typically takes from entering the U.S for the GC to arrive?

the day you enter US Soil, you are a green card holder. The card is just a symbolic figure for your status. i do not think there is a single timeline for the card to arrive. some people get it in 30 days while others get it in 1 year 

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