Financial navigation can be particularly challenging for immigrants. Stilt specializes in offering tailored financial advice for newcomers, from establishing credit in a new country to understanding local financial norms. Our resources are designed to help immigrants achieve financial stability and success, no matter where they are in their journey.
At a Glance: In the U.S., a photo ID is required for various activities, including buying alcohol, opening a bank account, applying for food stamps, welfare, Medicaid, and Social Security, renting or buying a house, buying or renting a car, flying on an airplane, getting married, purchasing a gun, a…
At a Glance Green card and immigrant visa counts are reported by the Visa Office of the U.S. Department of State. The Visa Office receives monthly reports on total immigrant visa applicants globally, including pending adjustment of status applications. Monthly allotments for available green card num…
At a Glance Customs control regulates the entry of items into a country, and passengers typically go through customs when entering a country. When flying to the United States, all travelers must clear customs upon arrival, involving a declaration form, passport control, and baggage and customs check…
At a Glance Automatic citizenship in the United States after 20 years is not possible. Non-citizens must apply for naturalization through the USCIS, meeting specific requirements depending on their circumstances. The most common path is through being a green card holder for at least five years, fulf…
At a Glance You can apply for a credit card with a few banks and credit card issuers with an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN). ITIN acts as a replacement for SSN. You can apply for credit cards with ITIN at Chase, Capital One, Amex, and other banks. But limited
At a Glance The Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) is used by the IRS to identify taxpayers in the United States who do not have a social security number. It is required for those who need to file federal tax returns but lack an SSN. To apply for an ITIN,
At a Glance The Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) is a unique identification number issued by the IRS for certain taxpayers who are required to file taxes but do not have a Social Security Number. It is used solely for federal tax reporting purposes. If you lose your ITIN, you
At a Glance The L1A Visa is a temporary residence permit issued by the USCIS, allowing employees of a company outside the U.S. to work for the same company in the U.S. It is for executives or managers who hold leadership roles in the company. Requirements include eligibility for both
At a Glance A PAN Card is a unique identification number issued to individuals and entities in India who pay taxes. It serves as a proof of identity and records important details such as name, birth date, and photograph. PAN cards are available for different categories, including Indian individuals,…
Being found inadmissible to the U.S. is one of an immigrant’s worst nightmares. You may have committed some violations that prevent you from getting a green card. Therefore, you may be thinking of filing the i-601 Waiver, respectively the Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility. It may …