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 The US Constitution grants citizens five basic rights, including freedom of speech, a fair trial, free media, voting in open elections, and freedom of religion. These rights are protected by the Constitution, allowing citizens to voice opinions, receive a fair trial, access unbiased medi…
Are you a J1 visa holder with a visa status that is about to expire? Are you concerned that returning to your home country will result in persecution or severe hardship for your U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse or child? If so, you can apply to stay in
At a Glance The status “fingerprint review was completed” indicates that the FBI has conducted a background check and returned the fingerprints to USCIS. This status does not imply acceptance or rejection; the next step is to contact the FBI or USCIS to inquire about the case status and …
The United States government allows citizens to adopt a child born in another country. Form I-600A is an important form in that process. But who is eligible to file, and what is the proper procedure? In this article, we’ll explain everything you need to know about Form I-600A. What is
On June 22, 2020, President Trump made an executive order which changed thousands of visa holders and potential nonimmigrant workers’ plans for the rest of 2020. He banned nonimmigrant visa holders from entering the U.S. and stopped any new visas from being issued. As if the current coro…
At a Glance Form I-193 is an application used by lawful permanent residents of the United States who need to re-enter the country but don’t have a valid visa or passport. It allows them to enter the U.S. at a port of entry without these documents. The form requires personal
At a Glance A U.S. customs form, known as form 6059B, is required for foreigners entering the U.S. with goods. The form informs the U.S. government about the items being brought into the country. It must be completed by foreign visitors unless they are U.S. or Canadian citizens, use APC
At a Glance The USCIS decision time varies depending on factors such as the type of application and processing center. Naturalization and green card applications often experience delays. Factors include the high volume of applications, new policies, and requests for evidence (RFEs). RFEs are common …
At a Glance Green card holders can stay outside of the United States for as long as they want, as long as they avoid being seen as having abandoned their lawful permanent resident (LPR) status. To re-enter the U.S. without trouble, they must have been outside the U.S. for less
Not everyone was blessed with an amazing financial situation. In fact, many people have low incomes, making it hard or even impossible for them to afford more than the necessary to live. In such a situation, paying the entire fee for your various applications to immigration agencies can feel like