Sponsoring Permanent Residency

This section is for MSU departments considering sponsorship of an employee for employment-based permanent residency (also known as a Green Card). For information intended for employees, visit the Permanent Residency employee page.

MSU sponsors employment-based permanent residency only when there is a clear institutional need and a reasonable expectation of continued employment.

Because permanent residency sponsorship is a significant institutional commitment, departments should consult OISS before discussing sponsorship with prospective or current employees.

Departments considering permanent residency sponsorship should:

• Contact OISS early to discuss eligibility and available sponsorship options.
• Coordinate closely with OISS and approved legal counsel throughout the process.
• Understand that permanent residency cases are long-term institutional commitments.

Dr. Teresa Mastin, Vice Provost & Associate Vice President for Faculty and Academic Staff Affairs, is the only university official authorized to sign immigration documents on behalf of MSU for legal permanent residency.