This general guides apply to people who are required to file for Adjustment of Status once they enter the US to maintain their legal status. This applies to certain non-immigrant visa holders with a K1, K3, and others. Once you file you will have several options available to track your case.
Review the following:
Please read the Step-by-Step Guide to AOS
What is Adjustment of Status?
Please read the Step-by-Step Guide(s) on getting a Social Security Number and initial or a renewal EAD.
Here are two documents that describe your rights and responsibilities as a Legal US Permanent Resident:
http://www.uscis.gov/files/article/B4.pdf
http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/men...00045f3d6a1____
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