All visitors who travel to the U.S. with a nonimmigrant visa receive an I-94 Arrival-Departure record from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This record is attached to their passport and serves as proof of legal entry into the United States. It also states how long the individual is allowed
There are certain points in your life when you will need to prove that you’re a citizen of the United States. The two most common reasons you’ll need to prove citizenship are when getting a job and paying your taxes. To prove your U.S. citizenship, you need certain documents. Understanding
If you’re thinking about completing Form N-400, Application for Naturalization, there’s a lot you must consider. First, you should make sure you are eligible to apply for citizenship. Once you determine your eligibility, you can start organizing the documents you’ll need to complete the application. Filing out the U.S. citizenship application
Are you thinking about moving to the United States as a legal permanent resident? If so, you will have to pay an immigrant fee unless you meet the exemptions criteria. The fee is used by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) to process your immigration application and send
If you’re an immigrant, you must inform the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) whenever you change your address. An address change is crucial to ensure you receive up-to-date information on your case—plus, it’s the law. However, be aware that changing your address with the postal service will not
You’re a foreign student who studied hard at a U.S. college. And now, you want to work in your field of study in the United States. Finding the right job—one that uses your skills while deepening your experience, paying well, and enhancing future resumes—takes time. Don’t wait until you’re graduating
A visa is a permit to visit a country for a certain length of time. It allows governments to track foreigners as they enter and leave a country. In conversations about U.S. immigration, the terms green card vs. visa may seem to be the same. But are they? Here, we’ll
If you’re immigrating to the United States on a family-based green card, you may need to have your relative file USCIS’s Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, on your behalf. This form shows that your relative has sufficient funds to sponsor your immigration to the U.S. If you’re unsure which form you
As a green card holder, you might wonder whether you should renew your green card or apply for U.S. citizenship. Green cards don’t offer as much protection as citizenship does, so you may want to consider applying for citizenship instead of renewing your permanent residency status. Applying for U.S. citizenship
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) processes hundreds of thousands of immigration applications each year, and it’s a slow process for each one. There are many statuses similar to one of the key milestones many applicants encounter: the “case is ready to be scheduled for an interview” status.
