You may be able to become a permanent resident (get a green card) through a special family situation. These adjustment of status programs are limited to individuals who meet particular qualifications and/or apply during certain time frames.
 
For more information on the following categories of family members visit this webpages:

• Battered Spouse or Child (VAWA)
• K Nonimmigrant (includes fiancé(e))
• Person Born to a Foreign Diplomat in the United States
• V Nonimmigrant
• Widow(er) of a U.S. Citizen

For information on becoming a permanent resident through a family member, see our Green Card Through Family webpage.

For information on other special categories that may lead to permanent residence, see our Other Ways to Get a Green Card webpage.