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At a Glance Form I-551, known as a Green Card, grants individuals permanent resident status in the U.S. for up to ten years. The Green Card provides employment authorization, allowing individuals to work in the U.S. Eligibility varies based on categories such as immediate relatives, refugees/asylum …
When you are mailing the documentation for your visa, you are hoping that everything will be in order and that soon enough, you will receive your acceptance for the visa. However, in some cases, things do not go as planned – and you will be sent an RFE (Request for
At a Glance I-140 Premium Processing is a USCIS service for expedited processing of certain employment-based visa petitions. It guarantees a 15-day processing time for eligible petitions in EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 visa categories. The petitioner, usually the employer, files the application with Form I-…
At a Glance Form I-539, known as the Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status, is essential for U.S. non-immigrants seeking to extend their stay or change visa designations. Recent updates require a $85 biometrics fee, with applicants needing to schedule an appointment at a USCIS Applicant S…
At a Glance PERM processing initiates the acquisition of employment-based immigrant visas in the U.S., involving tests by the Department of Labor (DOL) to assess job opportunities for immigrants. The process encompasses crucial steps such as determining prevailing wages, analyst review, audits, and …
Are you a conditional permanent resident of the US, and want to achieve an unconditional permanent resident status? This article is for you. In here, we will have a closer look at how you can achieve a permanent resident status without any conditions. We will also understand the form I-751
When a U.S. citizen becomes engaged to a foreign national, they may plan to bring their fiancé(e) to the United States on a K1 visa. However, if the foreign fiancé(e) has unmarried children under 21 years old, these children may be eligible to accompany their parent to the U.S. on
At a Glance Form I-864, the Affidavit of Support, is required for family-based and some employment-based immigrants, serving as a legal contract ensuring financial support. It should be completed accurately, signed, and accompanied by necessary supporting documents, including federal income tax docu…
Filing paperwork with the USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services) can become complicated. Especially if you mail your applications to the USCIS. How will you know if they have received it? What can you do to get the acceptance notice regarding your applications? What if your application go…
At a Glance Form G-28 is a U.S. immigration form used to notify the entry or appearance of an attorney or legal representative in processing an applicant’s immigration case. The form must be signed by the applicant and filed with the USCIS. It authorizes the attorney to access the applicant…