What are some ways to come to the United States under immigration law?

There are actually several ways to immigrate under the US immigration laws. Immigration can be obtained through: * A family member * Through employment in the United States * Through an investment, which could be establishing a new business or investing a qualified amount into an existing business for the purpose of promoting jobs * Through asylum or as a refugee, having proof that harm would befall you should you return to your native country * Through international adoption; under the LIFE Act. which essentially was designed for spouses and children of permanent residents; * Through the Diversity Lottery, which grants 55,000 immigrant visas to people from countries with low immigration rates to the US; * Through the Violence Against Women Act, which pertains to spouses (or children) of US citizens who have experienced abusive acts by their spouse or parent; * Under the “Registry Provision” which applies to immigrants who entered the US prior to 1972 and meet certain other criteria; * Under the “Special Immigration” rule, which might apply to someone coming to the US for religious purposes, a widow of a US citizen or other criteria. If you feel you fall into one or more of these categories, it is recommended that you employ the services of a US immigration attorney for clarification and assistance in meeting requirements and filing deadlines established by immigration law.