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Required Documents for Travel Visa

What is a US Travel Visa? The US travel visa is issued to foreign nationals for temporary entry into the United States for various purposes, such as conferences, conventions, business visits, visiting friends and relatives, tourism, medical treatment, and social activities.  The visa permits holders to stay in the United

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Citizenship timeline post approval

Introduction For many immigrants, becoming a U.S. citizen is a lifelong dream come true—a key step that grants them the “American” identity. The United States has a strong tradition of welcoming immigrants, with 878,500 new citizens in fiscal year 2023 alone. Interestingly, the naturalizations in 2022 and 2023 make up

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Consulate vs. Embassy: Explaining the Differences

Have you ever wondered about the difference between an embassy and a consulate? You’re not alone. While they’re both important diplomatic outposts, they’re actually quite different.  Embassies and consulates are both crucial, but they’re not identical entities. These institutions serve as a country’s official representation abroad, but their functions, locations,

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Arranging a Courthouse Wedding

For many immigrants in the United States, a courthouse wedding can be an excellent option to tie the knot. A civil ceremony will save you the time and expense of planning a wedding ceremony in a church or chapel, plus it will create an official record of your wedding that

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Why Timing Is Crucial in the PERM Process

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

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How to Renew or Replace Your Green Card

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

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USCIS Processing Times: Latest Updates for 2024

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

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How to Prepare for DACA Renewal

If you’re an undocumented resident and are part of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, you must take action to renew your status on time. Your DACA paperwork needs periodic updating so that you can continue working, going to school, and living in the United States without the

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What’s the Difference Between USCIS Form N-400 and N-600?

Foreign nationals who live in the United States legally understand how confusing it is to submit paperwork to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). To make matters worse, some of their forms have similar names. For example, Forms N-400 and N-600 may appear similar. There is one main difference between

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