Immigration Guides
What Documents Are Needed for a Fiance Visa?
A fiancé visa (k1 visa) allows a U.S. citizen to bring their foreign fiancé to the United States. Once the fiancé enters the U.S., the engaged couple is required to get married within 90 days. Upon their marriage, the foreign fiancé can apply for their green card in…
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K1 Visa Application Process: Step-by-Step Explanation
Through the K1 visa process, the fiancé of a U.S. citizen can come to the U.S. and apply for a green card. The K1 visa is a very powerful visa option, however, the K1 visa process has many steps that must be carefully followed. Failure to follow the steps can…
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EB2 Processing Time: How to Expedite the Process
The EB2 visa is a great way to obtain a green card to the United States. In this guide, I will discuss the EB2 visa processing time. I will also discuss how to speed up the EB2 processing time. As a general overview, the EB2 visa processing time usually takes about 18…
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L1 Visa vs. E2 Visa: The Key Differences
The L1 and E2 visas are powerful options for investors and entrepreneurs. Both of these options allow someone to live and work in the United States. While the L1 visa and the E2 visa have many similarities, they are very different in many ways. In this guide, I will…
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Public Charge Rule 2021: What You Need to Know
A new reason for visa and green card rejection is on the horizon. As of February 24, 2020 government officials can reject immigrant applicants if they suspect that they are likely to become a public charge (receive public benefits). These rule changes change the…
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H1B Visa Registration Process: What You Need to Know
Beginning for the 2021 fiscal year, all employers wishing to submit H1B cap-subject petitions must first electronically register with USCIS. This is required for all H1B cap-subject petitions, including for those with advanced degrees. There is a $10 fee for this…
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Naturalization Requirements: The 9 Requirements to Become a U.S. Citizen
The process of naturalization allows permanent residents (green card holders) to receive U.S. citizenship. The process of naturalization allows foreign nationals to receive US citizenship. If you have met all requirements discussed in this guide, you can…
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H4 EAD: What You Need to Know
The H4 visa is the dependent visas that attaches to the H1B visa. H1B visas are the most common nonimmigrant work visa available to professionals. Some H4 visa holders are eligible for EAD, an Employment Authorization Document. In my practice, H1B families…
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