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Renewing your Green Card After a Legal Name Change
If you need to replace to your green card because of a legal name change, be sure to attach your local court documents verifying the change to your I-90 application.
What Happens if my Visa Application is Denied?
Visa applicants can re-apply for a visa to the United States, but they should be aware of why they were ineligible in the first place.
Which Vaccines are Acceptable for U.S. Entry?
The new U.S. international travel policy that will go into effect November 8th will significantly change the requirements for those seeking entrance to the country.
New State Department Rule Allows Visa Applicants to Skip Interviews
A new Temporary Final Ruling has been issued to create greater flexibility for U.S. consulates in light of Covid-19 and changing local conditions.
What are Leading Reasons Immigrants Decide not to Naturalize?
Some immigrants cite issues with their finances and footing the naturalization bill, while others simply still hold an attachment to their country of origin and aren’t compelled to become Americans.
FAQs for those Seeking an H1-B to Green Card Transfer
The H1-B to green card process can be complex as applicants are essentially transferring from non-immigrant to immigrant status. Below are some common questions that arise during this process.
How to Request a Hearing on a Naturalization Decision
If the USCIS denies your naturalization application, you can file an N-336 to request a hearing on your decision. Hearings provide non-citizen applicants a chance to explain why the initial decision should be reversed.
Who Will Get a Covid-19 Vaccination Waiver?
There are still some ambiguities and questions yet to be answered when it comes to vaccine waivers for visa applicants involved in consular processing from abroad.
Processing Times for Non-Immigrant Filings
Processing times are fairly quick for employer petitions looking to hire H1-B workers in the U.S., however much longer wait times apply for non-immigrants in certain categories who are looking to extend their non-immigrant stay in the U.S., especially for F and M university students.
How the USCIS Aids Those Who Experience Unforeseen Circumstances
The USCIS is able to accommodate those who have experienced some unforeseen circumstances during their immigration process. Such applicants need to contact the USCIS and clearly explain the nature of their situation.
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