Introduction In 2024, the US Department of State issued approximately 11.5 million visas, including 8.5 million visitor visas. During the first half of FY 2024 alone, approximately 4 million visas were approved for business travelers and tourists, accounting for about 78% of the 5.2 million nonimmigrant visas issued during that
Citizens of the U.S. and lawful permanent resident petitioners living in the U.S. may need to sponsor an immigrant petition to allow them to move tHow to File Immigrant Petitions I-130 and I-140: Step-by-step Guide This guide will walk you through how to file immigration petition forms I‑130 and I‑140.
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Check Your USCIS Case Status Online If you’ve applied for any kind of visa, a green card, or U.S. citizenship through U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), you may be wondering how things are going. Luckily, it’s easy to check your USCIS case status online
If you’re a U.S. citizen and have a brother or sister living in another country, you may be able to help them move to the United States. You can apply for a green card for siblings by filing a petition through the U.S. immigration system. This lets your sibling become
Becoming a naturalized citizen is one of the most important steps an immigrant can take in the United States. It means you’ve chosen to become a permanent member of the country, with all the rights and responsibilities that come with U.S. citizenship. While the process may seem complicated and confusing,
Bringing your spouse to live with you in the United States is an exciting and life-changing step. However, it also involves a legal process that can feel confusing and complicated. Whether you are a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident, there are several important steps and lots of detailed paperwork
Introduction Love is the universal language that transcends countries, borders, barriers, and differences. Susan C. Young We wish you the heartiest congratulations on your decision to marry your partner. If you are planning to or have married a non-US citizen, you might wonder how you can live with your spouse
If you want to visit the United States for a short period of time, you may need to apply for a nonimmigrant visa. These visas are different from immigrant visas, which are for permanent residency. Nonimmigrant visas allow people to enter the U.S. for specific purposes. There are many different
Introduction In 2024, US Department of State issued 10,969,936 visas, out of which 6,498,004 were B1/B2 Visas From the iconic skyline of New York to the endless entertainment in Las Vegas and Los Angeles, the US has it all. Attracting tourists and businessmen from all over the world, the US
Green card holders have permanent permission to live and work in the United States, and they can travel abroad and return freely in most cases. However, if your green card expires while you’re outside the country, you won’t be able to renew your status until you return. Although it’s possible
