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At a Glance When applying for a U.S. visa, all applicants, including children, must provide a photo. Specific requirements for the photo include square dimensions, an RGB color scheme, JPEG format, and a size under 240 KB. The photo should show the full face, neck, and shoulders with a non-smiling
COVID-19 has taken the world by storm and has left a lot of devastation in its wake. Not only are there health concerns for everyone, but economic pressures have caused many to lose their jobs. H1B visa holders are no exception. Unfortunately, potential unemployment has a lot bigger impact on
The current outbreak of COVID-19 has affected U.S. citizens, non-citizens, immigrants, and visa holders alike. The potential health threat of the virus is enormous and, for the time being, it doesn’t seem to be going away. Noncitizens and visa holders are struggling with the negative effects o…
I-94W is the nonimmigrant visa waiver arrival or departure record form that must be completed by every nonimmigrant visitor who does not have a visitor’s visa. This applies to people who are citizens of the countries referred to in 8 CRF 217. If you are not sure if your country
At a Glance A visa overstay occurs when someone stays in the United States beyond the expiration date of their visa. It can lead to inadmissibility, a bar to changing or extending status, visa voidance, and restrictions on applying for a new visa. There are exceptions and waivers available in
Millions of people apply for green cards year after year, even if the process is a very long one. Back in 2017, over 22.4 million people applied to the U.S. visa program responsible for providing lawful permanent residence. But because it’s such a complex and lengthy process, many choose to
Form I-360 is a complex document, mainly because it is filed by so many groups of people. Thus, the options can be overwhelming. In this article, we’ll cover everything about Form I-360 — who should file it, how to file it, and the documents required. What Is Form I-360? While
The H-1B visa, a cornerstone for skilled workers entering the US workforce, is adapting to the remote work trends accelerated by the Covid-19 pandemic. For H-1B visa holders, this transition introduces new complexities, as remote work from home or any location other than the approved worksite requir…
At a Glance To apply for a U.S. visa from India, Indians must meet eligibility requirements, including having a valid passport, a temporary purpose of visit, sufficient funds, and proof of residence outside the U.S. Required documents include a valid passport, recent photographs, Form DS-160, and th…
At a Glance: If you experience an H1B layoff, take these immediate steps: 1) Stay calm and remember your visa remains valid until expiration. 2) Start searching for a new job urgently to maximize your chances of finding employment before visa expiration. 3) Maintain legal status by filing for a