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.
It seems like the COVID-19 pandemic has sent the world in a spiral and is not leaving anyone behind. Not only has it impacted businesses and economies worldwide, but it has also had a drastic effect on the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The pandemic coupled with the
At a Glance Renewal of ITINs: ITINs (Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers) need to be renewed when they expire to prevent delays in tax returns. Renewal Eligibility: Individuals with specific middle digits or those who have received a notice from the IRS are required to renew their ITIN. Renew…
At a Glance Form N-445, or the Notice of Naturalization Oath Ceremony, is issued by USCIS. It notifies applicants of the date and location of their naturalization oath ceremony. The form includes details about the ceremony, a set of questions, and check-in instructions. It is a crucial document for …
At a Glance The I-130, or Petition for Alien Relative, is a form initiating family-based immigration for a relative from another country to obtain permanent residency (a green card) in the United States. The process can take months to years, and the petition can be denied for reasons such as
The United States offers different types of visas to different categories of immigrants and nonimmigrant groups. The O3 visa is among the visas that are not as widely known as the H1B visa or J1 visa. If you’re interested in obtaining an O3 visa, you’ve come to the right place.
If you’re a business owner, you already know that financial stress will hurt your employees’ productivity. From their presence in the office to the quality of their work, workers who are stressed out — especially financially stressed — will show up less and deliver poorer work.&nbs…
At a Glance H2A visa is a temporary, non-immigrant program for seasonal U.S. agricultural workers. Valid for up to 3 years with possible extensions. Employers demonstrate a need for foreign workers; applicants must meet specific requirements. Application process involves job offer, labor certificati…
At a Glance Unemployment insurance offers financial support to individuals who are unemployed through no fault of their own, with the amount received based on previous earnings during a designated “base period.” Eligibility criteria include being authorized to work in the U.S., having ea…
At a Glance Form I-94 is a document issued by Customs and Border Protection upon entering the United States, serving as proof of legal entry and indicating the allowed duration of stay. It can be obtained through passport admission stamps or electronically for air or sea arrivals, while land border
At a Glance: The 4 Year 1 Day rule applies to lawful permanent residents who broke the continuity of their residence and had an original statutory required period of continuous residence of 5 years. Once continuous residency is broken, a new period begins and you must be physically present in