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College students are often responsible for paying tuition, rent, transportation, food, and much more. They also have the responsibility of staying on top of their studies, attaining internships, and still finding personal time for themselves. For a busy student juggling academics, internships, clubs…

When F1 visa students finished their academic program, they may find that they do not want to return to their home country. Unfortunately for them, the F1 visa requires them to leave the US within 60 days of completing their academic program. With no time to apply for a permanent residency before th…

Embarking on a study journey in the United States is a big deal, and obtaining an F-1 visa is the gateway to this incredible experience. As an international student, securing an F-1 visa is a crucial step towards realizing your dream of studying in the land of opportunities. It’s normal to fee…

At a Glance Rejection of H1B transfer is due to technical errors or missing documents, correctable by resubmitting the application. Denial occurs when USCIS determines the transfer does not meet requirements, necessitating exploration of alternative options. Common denial reasons include insufficien…

At a Glance International students generally cannot obtain a Social Security Number (SSN) unless authorized to work in the US. But can can still apply for student credit cards. A few options for credit cards for international students include Deserve Edu, Bank of America Cash and Travel Rewards card…

For many people living in the US on a visa, getting a loan can be difficult without any previous credit history in the US. To help you out, we’ve created this guide on how to get a loan, even with no credit (not to be confused with bad credit!). How to Qualify for a No […]

At a Glance The L1 visa facilitates the transfer of professionals from a foreign company to the same company in the United States. It is a temporary nonimmigrant visa designed for intracompany transferees, with two types: L1A for managers and executives, and L1B for specialized knowledge workers. Qu…

The best personal options for H-1B visa holders are from lenders who accept visas as a form of residency document. Lenders don’t ask for a visa document if you are a US citizen or a Green Card Holder, but they will ask for one if you are on a non-immigrant visa like H-1B. Because of […]

Every noncitizen in the US faces a set of challenges when it comes to living, working, and thriving. Immigrants on a J1 visa are no exception — and they have a few unique circumstances due to the nature of the visa. Read on to get more clarity on what these challenges are, and how J1 visa [&hel…

Paying off student loans can be tough, especially if they’re international student loans. You constantly need to juggle between part-time jobs and studies. This is when refinancing an international student loan (or even student loan consolidation) can come as a relief. Below is a guide to refi…

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