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 …
At a Glance Maternity leave in the U.S. often involves unpaid leave, leading to financial challenges for women. Lack of access to paid maternity leave results in income loss and increased medical costs for prenatal, delivery, and post-delivery care. Strategies to cope with unpaid maternity leave inc…
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 in detail…
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 a K2 visa. In this…
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…
You have a world of opportunities waiting for you. You moved to the U.S. with either your spouse or parent who holds an H1 visa. Your H4 visa grants you many rights in the U.S., but you need to set a couple of things in order to live life at full speed. Choosing the right […]
A green card (also referred to as a permanent resident card) is a document that is given to foreigners, offering them the right to work and live in the United States legally. Therefore, if you lose your green card, you might put your citizenship in danger if you do not resolve that problem quickly. …
At a Glance An Employment Authorization Document (EAD) grants individuals the legal right to work in the US. To renew an EAD, you must apply for EAD renewal before or after your existing authorization expires. The process involves completing Form I-765, providing necessary documents, paying a fee of…