The H1B visa program is a vital bridge for skilled foreign workers aiming to work in the United States, primarily in occupations that require highly specialized knowledge. To navigate through the H1B visa process, both employers and employees must understand the fundamental aspects of H1B visa law, which is designed to ensure that foreign workers do not displace or adversely affect the wages of U.S. workers.
Eligibility and Quota
Eligibility: The H1B visa is available to individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree or higher (or its equivalent) and have a job offer from a U. Read More...
The requirements for Green Card holders are rigid and lengthy. As a result, some people are often confused about the guidelines concerning them, especially regarding the replacement process. While it might be clear that a replacement is necessary when a Green Card is damaged, misplaced, or expired, a list of other scenarios also prompts a legal replacement. Learn about some of the more common instances that require this step by reading below. Read More...
Almost nightly, there are newscasts about the thousands of refugees attempting to cross the border into the United States. The news does not discuss the people who are already here in the states but cannot go back to their home countries due to one issue or another. If this situation applies to you, and you are from a specific country, you may be entitled to Temporary Protected Status, or TPS. But what is TPS? Read More...
There are a number of different ways to get into the United States as a foreign citizen, but if you have a specialized set of skills and have convinced an American company to give you a job, you might have an in with the United States by applying for an H1B visa. Here's why this particular visa might be the right fit for you and what you should do to maximize your chances of success getting into the United States. Read More...
No matter how much you wish to become a citizen of the United States, participating in a so-called sham marriage in an effort to do so is not a good idea. To learn more about this disturbing issue, read on.
Understanding Your Immigration Status
The main idea is a good one—families should not be separated if they want to immigrate and remain in the US. This has come to mean that those who are married have a more important status when it comes to immigration. Read More...