The PERM process is a critical step in employment-based green card applications. But if you’re a U.S. employer who is trying to get PERM approval for a foreign worker, determining the right time to start is crucial. Each step involves a strict deadline – and there can be serious consequences if you miss it. In […]

As an immigrant in the United States, you know that getting a Green Card is a significant achievement, but do you understand the full scope of the benefits you’ll be entitled to once you are approved for this sought-after document? In this comprehensive guide from FileRight, we’ll take a look at some of the advantages

As a permanent resident in the United States, a green card is perhaps the most important document you possess. It proves your identity and status, including your right to work in the country. If you are a permanent resident, your green card is valid for 10 years. Meanwhile, a conditional permanent resident’s card expires after

If you’re trying to make plans about your travel arrangements or your future, knowing the latest United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) processing times for 2024 is important. After all, you may be depending on the outcome of your green card application to make important life decisions.  You may be counting the seconds for

After submitting your application for a visa, green card, or citizenship to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), it’s natural to feel anxious and excited to learn about its progress. Fortunately, there’s an easy way to see where you are in the process – checking your USCIS case status online.  USCIS can take a long

Are you planning to visit Europe in 2025? In the past, many U.S. travelers did not need to worry about getting a visa before they went abroad. However, a major change to European travel for Americans is being implemented by the European Union (EU) soon that will require you to get a visa to visit

Are you looking to study in the United States? If so, you should make sure that you’re getting the correct visa for your purposes before you apply. There are three different visas that are called student visas in the United States: the F, M, and J visas. Learn how these visas vary and which one

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 to look for employment. Start

All non-U.S. citizens need to have a visa to enter the United States. The exchange visitor (J-1) visa permits individuals who want to participate in one of the exchange programs to enter the U.S. for a temporary stay.  If you’re coming to the United States temporarily for work or education, you have to find an

If you want to bring your spouse to the U.S. and apply for a spouse visa, you need to be either a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident (green card holder). Bringing a spouse to the U.S. is a challenging process, which often includes several steps.  Due to the increased rate of