{"id":2342,"date":"2026-07-27T20:22:33","date_gmt":"2026-07-27T20:22:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/"},"modified":"2026-07-27T20:22:33","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T20:22:33","slug":"visa-vs-green-card-difference","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/","title":{"rendered":"Visa or Green Card: What&#8217;s the Difference?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">\u0130\u00e7eri\u011fe G\u00f6zat<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"\u0130\u00e7indekiler Tablosunu A\u00e7\/Kapat\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Ge\u00e7i\u015f<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#Key_Takeaways\" >\u00d6nemli \u00c7\u0131kar\u0131mlar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#What_This_Guide_Covers\" >Bu K\u0131lavuzun Kapsad\u0131\u011f\u0131 Konular<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#What_a_Visa_Is\" >What a Visa Is<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#What_a_Green_Card_Is\" >What a Green Card Is<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#The_Key_Differences\" >The Key Differences<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#Immigrant_Visas_and_the_Green_Card\" >Immigrant Visas and the Green Card<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#Which_One_You_Need\" >Which One You Need<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#When_to_Work_With_an_Immigration_Attorney\" >Ne Zaman Bir G\u00f6\u00e7menlik Avukat\u0131yla \u00c7al\u0131\u015fmal\u0131s\u0131n\u0131z?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >S\u0131k\u00e7a Sorulan Sorular<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#What_is_the_difference_between_a_visa_and_a_green_card\" >What is the difference between a visa and a green card?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#Is_a_green_card_a_type_of_visa\" >Is a green card a type of visa?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#Can_a_visa_lead_to_a_green_card\" >Can a visa lead to a green card?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#Can_I_work_with_a_visa_or_do_I_need_a_green_card\" >Can I work with a visa or do I need a green card?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#Which_is_better_a_visa_or_a_green_card\" >Which is better, a visa or a green card?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#Do_green_card_holders_still_need_a_visa_to_travel\" >Do green card holders still need a visa to travel?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#Does_a_green_card_expire_like_a_visa\" >Does a green card expire like a visa?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#Can_I_apply_for_citizenship_with_a_visa\" >Can I apply for citizenship with a visa?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#Bottom_Line\" >Alt sat\u0131r<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#Sources\" >Kaynaklar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/visa-vs-green-card-difference\/#Related_Articles\" >\u0130lgili Makaleler<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>The main difference is that a visa is usually a temporary travel and stay document, while a green card gives you permanent resident status to live in the U.S. indefinitely. <strong>The difference between a visa and a green card<\/strong> comes down to permanence and purpose: most visas are nonimmigrant, allowing a temporary stay for a specific reason like tourism, study, or work, while a green card makes you a lawful permanent resident. A visa lets you come for a while; a green card lets you stay for good.<\/p>\n<p>This guide explains the two clearly, including immigrant visas that lead to a green card. It connects to our guides on <a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/what-is-a-green-card\/\">what a green card is<\/a> ve <a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/what-is-an-i-94-record\/\">the I-94 record<\/a>.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Not sure whether you need a visa or a green card for your goal? Atlas Legal can point you to the right path. <a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/iletisim\/\">Ekibimizle ileti\u015fime ge\u00e7in<\/a> Ba\u015flamak i\u00e7in.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 id=\"takeaways\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span>\u00d6nemli \u00c7\u0131kar\u0131mlar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>A visa is generally for a temporary, specific-purpose stay.<\/li>\n<li>A green card gives permanent resident status to live in the U.S. indefinitely.<\/li>\n<li>Nonimmigrant visas are temporary; immigrant visas lead to a green card.<\/li>\n<li>A visa is a travel document; a green card proves your permanent status.<\/li>\n<li>Green card holders can work broadly and can pursue citizenship.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"toc\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_This_Guide_Covers\"><\/span>Bu K\u0131lavuzun Kapsad\u0131\u011f\u0131 Konular<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#visa\">What a visa is<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#green\">What a green card is<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#compare\">The key differences<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#immigrant\">Immigrant visas and the green card<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#which\">Which one you need<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">S\u0131k\u00e7a sorulan sorular<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"visa\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_a_Visa_Is\"><\/span>What a Visa Is<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A visa is a document, usually placed in your passport, that allows you to travel to a U.S. port of entry and request admission for a specific purpose. Most visas are nonimmigrant, meaning they are for a temporary stay, such as tourism, business, study, or temporary work.<\/p>\n<p>A visa does not, by itself, control how long you can stay; that is set by your admission and the I-94 record. It is essentially permission to seek entry for a defined reason and period.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"green\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_a_Green_Card_Is\"><\/span>What a Green Card Is<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A green card, or Permanent Resident Card, makes you a lawful permanent resident. Unlike a temporary visa, it allows you to live in the United States permanently, work for almost any employer, and travel, subject to residence rules.<\/p>\n<p>It is a status, not just a travel document. The card proves that status, and permanent residents can eventually apply for citizenship. Our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/what-is-a-green-card\/\">what a green card is<\/a> covers it in detail.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/visa-gc-compare.webp\" alt=\"Comparing a temporary visa and a permanent green card\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><figcaption>A visa is usually temporary; a green card is permanent.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"compare\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Key_Differences\"><\/span>The Key Differences<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Seeing the two side by side makes the distinction clear. The core differences are permanence, purpose, and what each allows:<\/p>\n<figure>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>\u00d6zellik<\/th>\n<th>Visa (nonimmigrant)<\/th>\n<th>Green card<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Duration<\/td>\n<td>Temporary, for a set purpose<\/td>\n<td>Permanent residence<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Ama\u00e7<\/td>\n<td>Tourism, study, temporary work, etc.<\/td>\n<td>Living in the U.S. as your home<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Work<\/td>\n<td>Only if the visa allows it<\/td>\n<td>Almost any employer<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Path to citizenship<\/td>\n<td>Not directly<\/td>\n<td>Yes, after requirements are met<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<p>In short, a nonimmigrant visa is for a temporary visit or activity, while a green card is for making the U.S. your permanent home.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"immigrant\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Immigrant_Visas_and_the_Green_Card\"><\/span>Immigrant Visas and the Green Card<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There is an important bridge between the two: the immigrant visa. When a person outside the U.S. is approved for permanent residence, they receive an immigrant visa at a consulate, then enter the U.S. and become a green card holder.<\/p>\n<p>So an immigrant visa is the entry document that leads directly to a green card, unlike a nonimmigrant visa, which is for a temporary stay. This is why not all visas are temporary; the category matters.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Wondering whether your goal calls for a temporary visa or permanent residence? A quick review clarifies it. <a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/iletisim\/\">Ask Atlas Legal<\/a> to help.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 id=\"which\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_One_You_Need\"><\/span>Which One You Need<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The right choice depends on your goal. If you want to visit, study, or work temporarily, a nonimmigrant visa fits. If you want to live in the U.S. permanently, you are aiming for a green card, through family, employment, investment, or another route.<\/p>\n<p>Some people start with a temporary visa and later pursue permanent residence, while others go straight for a green card. Understanding the difference helps you choose the path that matches your plans.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"attorney\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Work_With_an_Immigration_Attorney\"><\/span>Ne Zaman Bir G\u00f6\u00e7menlik Avukat\u0131yla \u00c7al\u0131\u015fmal\u0131s\u0131n\u0131z?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Choosing between a temporary visa and permanent residence shapes your whole plan. Legal help is valuable when you are deciding which path fits your goals, when you want to move from a temporary visa toward a green card, when intent or timing could be an issue, or when your situation is complex. An attorney can match the right category to your plans. Outcomes depend on the facts of each case.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"faq\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>S\u0131k\u00e7a Sorulan Sorular<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_difference_between_a_visa_and_a_green_card\"><\/span>What is the difference between a visa and a green card?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A visa is generally a temporary document allowing a stay for a specific purpose like tourism, study, or temporary work, while a green card gives you permanent resident status to live in the U.S. indefinitely. Most visas are nonimmigrant and temporary, though immigrant visas lead to a green card. In short, a visa lets you come for a while, and a green card lets you stay for good.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_green_card_a_type_of_visa\"><\/span>Is a green card a type of visa?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Not exactly. A green card is a status, lawful permanent residence, and the card proves it. Visas are travel documents that let you request entry. The connection is that an immigrant visa, issued abroad, leads to a green card once you enter the U.S. So a green card is not a visa itself, but an immigrant visa is the entry document that results in one.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_visa_lead_to_a_green_card\"><\/span>Can a visa lead to a green card?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, in two ways. An immigrant visa leads directly to a green card when you enter the U.S. Separately, some people on nonimmigrant visas later become eligible for permanent residence through family, employment, or another route, and adjust status. So while a nonimmigrant visa is temporary by itself, it can be a step on a longer path toward a green card in some situations.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_work_with_a_visa_or_do_I_need_a_green_card\"><\/span>Can I work with a visa or do I need a green card?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It depends on the visa. Some nonimmigrant visas, like H-1B or L-1, authorize work for a specific employer, while others, like a tourist visa, do not allow employment at all. A green card lets you work for almost any employer without separate sponsorship. If your goal is broad work authorization, permanent residence offers more flexibility than most temporary visas.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_is_better_a_visa_or_a_green_card\"><\/span>Which is better, a visa or a green card?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Neither is universally better; they serve different goals. A nonimmigrant visa is right for a temporary visit, study, or job, while a green card is right if you want to live in the U.S. permanently. Many people use a temporary visa first and pursue a green card later. The best choice depends on how long you want to stay and what you plan to do.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_green_card_holders_still_need_a_visa_to_travel\"><\/span>Do green card holders still need a visa to travel?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Green card holders generally use their green card, not a visa, to reenter the U.S. after travel abroad, subject to residence rules. For visiting other countries, they follow those countries&#8217; visa requirements based on their nationality. Within the U.S. immigration system, the green card serves as the travel and status document for returning, which is one advantage over a temporary visa.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_a_green_card_expire_like_a_visa\"><\/span>Does a green card expire like a visa?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The green card has an expiration date, usually ten years, but your permanent resident status does not expire when the card does; you renew the card. A nonimmigrant visa has a validity period for travel and an authorized stay set at entry. So both documents have dates, but a green card reflects an ongoing status, while a temporary visa reflects permission for a limited stay.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_apply_for_citizenship_with_a_visa\"><\/span>Can I apply for citizenship with a visa?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Not directly. Citizenship generally requires first becoming a lawful permanent resident, meaning holding a green card, and then meeting residence and other requirements before naturalizing. A nonimmigrant visa does not lead straight to citizenship. The usual sequence is a green card first, then citizenship, so permanent residence is the key stepping stone toward becoming a U.S. citizen.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"conclusion\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bottom_Line\"><\/span>Alt sat\u0131r<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A visa is usually a temporary, specific-purpose document, while a green card is permanent resident status that lets you live and work in the U.S. indefinitely. Nonimmigrant visas are temporary, immigrant visas lead to a green card, and permanent residence can lead to citizenship. Choose based on whether you want a temporary stay or a permanent home. Each case depends on its own facts.<\/p>\n<p>If you want help choosing the right path, Atlas Legal Immigration Law can assist. Reach us at <strong>1750 E Golf Rd Ste 214, Schaumburg, IL 60173<\/strong>, aray\u0131n <strong>(+1) 872 382 2762<\/strong>, ya da e-posta yoluyla <strong>info@theatlaslegal.com<\/strong>. Learn more on our <a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/hizmetler\/\">services page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<p><em>Reviewed by the Atlas Legal Immigration Law editorial team. Last reviewed on July 24, 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sources\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sources\"><\/span>Kaynaklar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>ABD D\u0131\u015fi\u015fleri Bakanl\u0131\u011f\u0131, <a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/us-visas.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">U.S. Visas<\/a><\/li>\n<li>ABD Vatanda\u015fl\u0131k ve G\u00f6\u00e7menlik Hizmetleri, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/green-card\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ye\u015fil Kart<\/a><\/li>\n<li>ABD D\u0131\u015fi\u015fleri Bakanl\u0131\u011f\u0131, <a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/us-visas\/immigrate.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Immigrant Visas<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Bu makale yaln\u0131zca genel bilgilendirme amac\u0131yla sunulmu\u015ftur ve hukuki tavsiye niteli\u011fi ta\u015f\u0131mamaktad\u0131r. G\u00f6\u00e7menlik kanunlar\u0131, resmi har\u00e7lar, politikalar ve i\u015flem s\u00fcreleri de\u011fi\u015fiklik g\u00f6sterebilir. Bu makaleyi okumak veya Atlas Legal ile ileti\u015fime ge\u00e7mek, tek ba\u015f\u0131na bir avukat-m\u00fcvekkil ili\u015fkisi olu\u015fturmaz. Herhangi bir g\u00f6\u00e7menlik meselesinin sonucu, o meseleye \u00f6zg\u00fc olgular ve ko\u015fullara ba\u011fl\u0131d\u0131r.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"related\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Articles\"><\/span>\u0130lgili Makaleler<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/what-is-a-green-card\/\">What Is a Green Card?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/green-card-vs-citizenship-difference\/\">Green Card or Citizenship: What&#8217;s the Difference?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/what-is-an-i-94-record\/\">What Is an I-94 Record?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theatlaslegal.com\/tr\/which-us-visa-is-right-for-me\/\">Which U.S. Visa Is Right for Me?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A visa is usually a temporary travel document, while a green card gives permanent resident status to live in the U.S. indefinitely. 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