What Crimes Disqualify You From Getting a Green Card or Visa?

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If you plan to come to the US or apply for a green card, you must keep yourself away from committing criminal activities, resulting in denying your visa or green card, crimes disqualify you from getting a green card.

What crimes disqualify you from getting a green card or visa?

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Crimes that could disqualify you from getting a visa are:

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How does USCIS discover/find your criminal record?

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You must not lie on your application as your lies can be discovered, which could lead to the revocation of any future immigration benefit.

What is a waiver?

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However, you should not fear if you have committed a crime that could make you inadmissible.