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Taxes are something that people can never get away from – regardless of their status. Even if you are an NRI, you will have to provide your share of taxes so that the country can function properly. The NRI tax in India may be rather confusing, particularly if you are
At a Glance The I-765 Form, also known as the work permit application or EAD (Employment Authorization Document) request, is used to obtain legal proof of employment authorization in the US. Eligible individuals, such as refugees, foreign students, visa holders, and those applying for adjustment of …
At a Glance L2 EAD is an Employment Authorization Document allowing L2 visa holders to work in the U.S. Applicants must submit Form I-765 with supporting documents, including L1 approval notice, passport copies, I-94 records, and marriage proof. Application can be submitted online or by mail to spec…
At a Glance Submit Form I-130 for parents with required documents and filing fee. Provide petitioner’s address, employment history (past five years), and beneficiary’s address, employment history, and immigration status. Include necessary documents like proof of status, beneficiary’…
At a Glance The L-2 visa is designed for spouses and unmarried children under 21 of L-1 visa holders. It is a non-immigrant visa that provides various benefits in the U.S. Application process involves filling out the DS-160 form, paying a $160 fee, scheduling an embassy interview, submitting necessa…
Congratulations on your recent marriage! If you entered the United States on a K1 fiancé(e) visa and tied the knot within the required 90-day period, your next step is to adjust your status from a K1 nonimmigrant to a permanent resident (green card holder). In this blog post, we’ll walk
At a Glance The Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) was created in 2005 to allow foreign citizens of Indian origin to live and work in India. It is not equivalent to Indian citizenship and has certain restrictions. Eligibility includes being a former citizen of India, a territory that became part
If you’ve entered the U.S. to protect yourself from political instability or other disturbances in your home country, you can apply for asylum within one year of your arrival. However, you need to wait until you are provided with asylum to qualify for a work permit. Although U.S. immigration r…
At a Glance Check the status of your asylum application online through the USCIS Case Status website. Enter your application receipt number for updates on appointments, interviews, and decisions. Follow provided instructions and contact authorities for any issues or questions about your case. Explor…