Immigration Blog

Our blog is a source of latest immigration news, policy updates and trends for thousands of readers every month.

Can you Get a Driver's License with a Green Card?

Getting a driver's license will make your life easier in the U.S. and also offset any risk of violating U.S. immigration law by operating a vehicle without a license. Here are some helpful tips for getting started with this procedure.

Reviewing Critical Questions in the I-129 Application

A brief review of the I-129 application which is used to hire temporary non-immigrant employees for jobs in the U.S.

Tips for Green Card Holders Currently Outside the U.S.

If you have been outside of the U.S. for longer than a year as a green card holder, you are still a valid LPR. However, here are some tips for navigating the re-entry process hassle-free.

Will you Have to Pay Taxes as an H2B Visa Holder?

In most cases, if you are living and working in the U.S. for even a few months, you are liable for paying an annual income tax. Only those who are citizens of certain countries will be considered tax exempt based on established U.S. tax treaties.

Do you Need a Translation Service for USCIS Documents?

A review of some of the most trustworthy translation services for those seeking immigration benefits in the U.S.

Making a Case for an Expedited Processing Request

Making an expedited processing request is not the same as a premium processing request for an I-140 application. Be sure to follow the below steps if you are interested in this procedure.

Rules and Exceptions for Changing to Another Non-Immigrant Status

Changing to another non-immigrant status involves having an I-129 petition approved by the USCIS, and also making sure that dependents already in the U.S. have their non-immigrant status changed through filing an I-539 on their behalf.

What Sectors Employ H2B Workers in the U.S.?

Using an advanced search, prospective H2B employees can see what hourly wages are offered for certain jobs, as well as the leading industries in every U.S. state.

Key Differences Between Resident and Non-Resident Aliens

Non-resident aliens still need to pay taxes based on services that are performed in the U.S. at their current rate of pay. To learn more about this process, see the following blog below.

What is the USCIS Strategy for Building Capacity around Citizenship?

The USCIS is uncovering ways to build capacity with other organizations and institutions surrounding U.S. citizenship informational materials and resources. The following blog refers to some of the actors in this process.

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An O-1 visa is designed to allow foreigners at the very top of the arts, sciences, sports, education, business, motion picture or television industries entry into the United States.

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