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5,263 Kenyans Granted Green Cards (Permanent Residency) in the First Three Quarters of 2018

5,263 Kenyans Granted Green Cards (Permanent Residency) in the First Three Quarters of 2018

A total of 5,263 Kenyan nationals were granted permanent resident status (green cards) in the first three quarters of 2018, newly released data from the United States Department of Homeland Security indicates.

The number includes 2,934 individuals already living in the United States who adjusted their status and 2,329 new arrivals,  and comprises all classes of admission including diversity visas/green card lottery winners, immediate relatives of US citizens, family-sponsored preferences, employment-based preferences, and asylees.

For the first three quarters of 2018, Mexico had the most nationals granted permanency residency with 120,936 green cards granted, followed by Cuba (59,716),  China (52,846), India (47,468), the Dominican Republic (40,575), and the Philippines (35,848).

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Over the same period, a total of 820,748 foreign nationals worldwide were granted permanent residency (Africa: 83,592, Asia: 303,768, Europe: 60,512, North America - including Mexico: 310,351, Oceania: 3,469, South America: 58,328, unknown: 730).

6,957 and 6,274 Kenyans were granted permanent resident status in 2017 and 2016 respectively by the US Immigration and Citizenship Services (USCIS).

RELATED: 442,966 Kenyans Entered FY-2018 US Diversity Visa (Green Card) Lottery

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  1. HalisiMar 5, 2019

    Nyce!!

  2. Janet RangiMar 6, 2019

    I agree that is very nice

  3. I said soApr 4, 2019

    join the system of modern slavery and police brutality!

  4. mkenya halisiMar 6, 2019

    Many will regret moving to usa n many will thank God for it so am hoping they have done their homework very well.If u have houses/land don't sell it,First move then unjionee kwanza.Gudluck

  5. Janet RangiMar 6, 2019

    I think they are focused the United States provides very good opportunities. Those who regret mostly lack information about culture shock therefore they resist change. Those who adapt, adjust, go back to school or start businesses and accept America is America and Kenya is Kenya are very successful. Depends with the crowd they come in contact with.

  6. Dennis AngasaApr 30, 2019

    I totally agree with you Janet, My Auntie went to the states as a registered nurse, it's now about two years since she went but I tell you she is harvesting big. Only those who are ignorant will rubbish the idea of going to the states

  7. GitongaMar 6, 2019

    Hey how can i know i qualified for green card i applied on October

  8. RugemaMar 6, 2019

    Hey wait until May, 2019. The results always come in may. Good luck

  9. Mike GateteMar 7, 2019

    Hy Rugema.Talk to me.

  10. Kennedy CastolinasMar 6, 2019

    2020 Entrant Status Check
    2020 Entrant Status Check DV-2020 Entrants may enter their confirmation information starting at noon (EDT) on May 7, 2019. The DV-2020 registration period opened on October 3, 2018, and closed on November 6, 2018. DV-2020 entrants should keep their confirmation number until at least September 30, 2020.

  11. Naomi SarahMar 7, 2019

    I applied last yr for the dv 2020 and if I win how much is the visa for me and my three children?my first born will be 19yrs the rest are below 18

  12. MaxMar 6, 2019

    Go to the uscis.gov web site and enter your case number.

  13. June BrownMar 6, 2019

    Will someone help me fill out application for fiance invitation

  14. Nana FrimpongMar 6, 2019

    June Brown, contact me via my email for assistance. Email is justicemanufrimpong@yahoo.com

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  17. Abkiyo AdanMar 6, 2019

    My wife lives in the u.s,how is the easiest way to join her?,please help

  18. Mech mostMar 7, 2019

    Tell her to consult a lawyer if she wants you there.

  19. Michael OwinoMar 6, 2019

    America is not as bad as people make it out to be...with hardwork, patience and perseverance it'll be a walk in the park living. I came here 15 years ago on a student Visa, 5 kids and a wife down the road, can't say it's been easy but I wouldn't trade it for anything. If you can make it here, by all means do all it takes. It's worth it even now in the Trumo era #blessAmerica

  20. Janet RangiMar 6, 2019

    Wow Michael I agree with you 💯 I also came to America more than 15 years ago and will not trade that. If people have immigration right and focus on education and apply for jobs like other Americans do we can’t even compare. There are so many other opportunities besides education and the system is fair. I do not have to have a rich uncle to make it here. I love America it gave me opportunities that no one else gave me. Many people refuse to accept culture shock which can take years. They hung out with wrong negative minds that’s why they do not succeed. America the great !!!!!

  21. George OrindaMar 7, 2019

    Hey Janet, am reaching out to you if you can help me identify any potential campanies/ employers who can sponsor Green Card for me. I hold diploma in Supply Chain management. Kindly if any contact me : +254724760681

  22. Samwel murayaMar 7, 2019

    Helloo Michael, could you kindly assist me in understanding the procedure of obtaining a student visa, i am a finalist student from Kenyatta university due to graduate at the course of the year, regards.

  23. CarolineMar 17, 2019

    Hi Samwel, I would advice you follow @Janet Rangi on facebook and other social media platforms and you will have all the info about student visa. All the best

  24. George OrindaMar 7, 2019

    Hey Owino, hope you're doing well. I am reaching out to you if you can help me identify any potential campanies/employers who can sponsor Green Card for me. Am a diploma graduate in Supply Chain management.here is my email address: orindageorgejuma@gmail.com
    Thank you

  25. OCHWO SIMON PETERMar 10, 2019

    Mr Owino Michael,may you help me with your email address

  26. Esther NjeriApr 14, 2019

    Owino kindly help me know how to apply for a green card and when is the right time....plus requirements....my dream is to live in America and work there a mum of one aged 26

  27. VinceMar 6, 2019

    Yeah and 95% of them got it through fraud.

  28. Abkiyo AdanMar 6, 2019

    How is the easiest way to go to the united states when your wife is already there

  29. Janet RangiMar 6, 2019

    I have made videos on this topic

  30. Janet RangiMar 6, 2019

    I don’t mean to hijack the page just responding to your question. Follow my page it’s Janet Rangi on Facebook or YouTube

  31. HazelMar 6, 2019

    I need one to but I have no relative abroad someone help me I will appreciate.Thank you

  32. KenyaMar 6, 2019

    You can apply and then ask people in your village who are in USA to host you when you come to USA.

  33. MariaMar 6, 2019

    How can I go USA..my sister there..

  34. Mohamed O KoromaMar 7, 2019

    Please talk to or contact your Sister directly to help you out.

  35. mkenya halisiMar 6, 2019

    Guys try moving to canada or Australia it's way way beta off than usa having lived in 3 countries will advice guys who r really desperate of moving to choose them two.But mkifika huko don't forget home juu if u do after 5/6 years u will regret why u didn't invest home juu maisha/miaka itakuwa inakukataa.So be wise n again for those who r doing ok in kenya please kalisha matako hapa nyumbani juu u will regret n u will blame yourself not yr God for moving in either the countries i have indicated.Peace.

  36. Janet RangiMar 6, 2019

    Honestly you might have come in contact with the wrong crowd and did not adapt. America has opportunities if you get immigration straight and go to school find a job like other Americans. It’s sad that Kenyans spread the message of failure in the United States. Culture shock is real and those that do not adapt and accept things the Roman way really struggle. Kenya is kenya America is America once you get that it’s actually a very good nation

  37. BKMar 12, 2019

    Janet Rangi

    Please dont post stuff u have no idea of. I think its wise to be quiet. It's not always about a bad group. Actually I think u have a bad group discouraging you about going back to Kenya.

    People if u come here please do reconsider investing at home. Also it will be wise if you obtain an American citizen before u decide to relocate back home for good. Remember I said Citizen not green card. Yes go back to school get a good job and keep buying those lands at home. Why? It will be way to better to retire at home. Your lands will be a better deal to sell and build a home. Visit home more often to adapt with the changes of back home. Yes of course have a good company who will love to relocate home but after some research. If things dont work ou te good even after 8 years you are an us Citizen you can always come back.

    BUT if u have a good life in Kenya please dont come here yes you will regret of dropping your life in Kenya for some struggles and adjustments

  38. MaryMar 7, 2019

    Pls help me I've been applying for years .

  39. NajmaMar 5, 2020

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  41. SirenaMar 6, 2019

    I live in america. An my fianice lives in nigeria. We were scheduled to b merried on xmas of 2018. He applied for his visa it got denied the first time. It dont make sense you have to go thru all this dateing from another country can sumone pls help him get here. Thanks so much.

  42. KenyaMar 6, 2019

    Nigerians are scammers. The grammar tells it all. Scam.

  43. NigeriaMar 7, 2019

    Shut your mouth up fool. Who the fuck are you to judge we Nigerians? Better watch what you say

  44. CollinsMar 7, 2019

    Your profane reply has betrayed you. The guilty ran when nobody is chasing .

  45. ZimbabweApr 30, 2019

    If you were in a long distance relationship they might have refused you due to him being nigerian and suspected fraudulant marriage, however involve a lawyer if your marriage is genuine

  46. AliceMar 7, 2019

    I applied last year 2018 and now waiting. I don't have any relative I know in USA who will host me if I win?

  47. Mech mostMar 7, 2019

    I will host you if you win

  48. khalidMar 7, 2019

    How can help me iam 5 years aplliwd for .... no intervew

  49. AlmasyMar 7, 2019

    Kindly helps me know the free n genuine sites to apply. Lottery, green card. Any way to get me their.

  50. GraceMar 7, 2019

    I have always wanted to go to us but don't have anybody there

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