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 Asylum provides legal protection to individuals fleeing persecution or war. Asylees have the right to work legally and can apply for benefits. Immediate family members can be included in the asylum application. Asylees can access assistance through Refugee Resettlement Agencies for vario…
At a Glance The Fourteenth Amendment, ratified in 1868, grants citizenship to individuals born or naturalized in the United States. It ensures equal protection under the law for citizens, including former slaves, and reversed part of the Dred Scott v. Sandford decision. The amendment references natu…
At a Glance USCIS filing fees, imposed by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, cover a range of immigration services such as changing immigrant status or obtaining visas. Payment methods for these fees include cash, money order, credit/debit cards, or online payment. The fees vary dependin…
At a Glance “Immigrant” and “migrant” have distinct meanings. Migrants move willingly for reasons like employment or education and may return home. Immigrants move with the intention of permanent settlement, undergoing a legal process for visas or green cards. Migrants can in…
At a Glance The U.S. immigration system has four types of immigrant status: Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) status, Temporary Visitor status, Undocumented Immigrant status, and United States Citizen status. LPRs receive green cards and can become citizens after a period of continuous stay. Temporary…
Immigrants who want to come to live in the United States have to cross many hurdles before they can realize their American dream. Under the Trump administration, the obstacles just keep on growing. One of the recent new hurdles you as a potential immigrant have to cross before you are
When planning to bring your foreign fiancé(e) to the United States on a K-1 visa, it’s essential to understand the financial requirements set by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). One of the most important aspects is the minimum income requirement for the U.S. citizen sponsor. …
At a Glance H4 visa holders without additional authorizations cannot work as freelancers in the United States. Freelancing is considered employment, and H4 visa holders are not allowed to be employed in the country without an H4 Employment Authorization Document (EAD). To freelance on an H4 EAD, the…
At a Glance Typically, no interview is required for green card renewal if information remains the same Specific circumstances, such as changes in marital status or criminal convictions, may trigger an interview Consulting with an attorney is recommended for guidance in case of any complications You …
Many people looking towards a future in the United States are afraid of the public charge. It could affect someone’s plans to get into the U.S. But recently, the public charge rule was rescinded. Why is that? Let’s look into the matter, but first establish what the public charge rule