Can I work in any state after receiving my green card?

Yes. A green card grants permanent resident status in the United States, which includes the right to live and work in any state without geographic restriction on your professional activity.

That right is not tied to the state where you invested or to the location where the EB-5 project was developed. As a permanent resident, you have the same work rights as any other permanent resident, whether you choose to live in California, New York, or any other state. It is federal law that underpins this status, not a regional requirement.

A few points worth keeping in mind:

• The right to work follows your resident status, not your address.
• You can move to a different state freely without losing that right.
• Maintaining your status depends on meeting the obligations set by law, not on remaining in a specific state.

Since rules can change, stay informed through official sources and, if in doubt, consult a qualified immigration professional to confirm that everything is in order.

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Victoria Harper

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