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PERM: Complete Guide to EB-2/PERM Process
Immigration Appeals

PERM: Complete Guide to EB-2 Visa and PERM Process

EB-2 or the Employment-Based second preference visa is granted in case the applicant holds an advanced or equivalent degree or a foreign national with exceptional ability and where the employers are willing to sponsor the applicant. There are three categories to be eligible for an EB-2 visa, namely, holder of an advanced degree (EB-2A), a person with an exceptional ability (EB-2B), or a person with a national interest waiver (EB-2C). If you are applying for the first two categories, a PERM process will be required. However, an exception is made in the PERM requirement if you are applying in the third category. In this article, we will see EB-2 visa and PERM requirements. 

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NIW: Complete Guide to the EB-2/NIW
Talent-Based Visas

NIW: Complete Guide to the EB-2/NIW

The Employment-Based second preference immigrant visa or the EB-2 immigrant visa is categorized into three types, namely, holder of an advanced degree (EB-2A), a person with the exceptional ability (EB-2B), or a person with a national interest waiver (EB-2C). The NIW or National Interest Waiver or EB-2C type of immigrant visa is a type of visa where foreign national requests for the waiver of the requirement such as the offer of employment and labor certification in the process of employment-based immigration. The jobs that qualify for this category are not defined by statute but are usually granted to applicants whose employment would greatly benefit the US. This is because the immigration of such foreign nationals would significantly contribute to the US’s national interest and the economy.

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Form I-539
Immigration Appeals

Form I-539: What Happens if I Leave the Us Before My I-539 Application to Extend Status Is Approved?

A nonimmigrant may request and be granted an extension of stay in the United States by the USCIS. However, the extension is subject to requirements and circumstances, and the decision may differ from case to case. To extend the stay as a nonimmigrant worker in the US, one must file form I-539 for oneself and all the dependents, whereas their employer (if they sponsor the nonimmigrant visa) must file Form I-129.

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O-2 Visa Category
Immigration Blogs

O-1 Visa Support Personnel: O-2 Visa Category and Evidentiary Requirements

O-1 visas provide opportunities for individuals with extraordinary abilities to come to the US. These individuals may not be alone and require assistance from trainers, support staff, or assistants. Keeping this in mind, the US has O-2 visas, which the support personnel can apply to support the O-1 visa holders. This article will talk about O-2 visa Category. 

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Available Options if Your Immigration Process Is Taking Longer Than Usual
Immigration Appeals

Available Options if Your Immigration Process Is Taking Longer Than Usual

When you are applying for immigration, the Immigration processing may take longer than usual as the processing time for each application is different. The processing time of the immigration application is dependent on various factors, namely your application type, where the application has been applied, the immigration status of the sponsor, the center looking into your application, and the backlog at the particular center. There are field offices established to support the USCIS to deal with the large number of applications being filed.

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Difference Between E-1 and E-2 Visa
Immigration Blogs

Difference Between E-1 and E-2 Visa

E-1 and E-2 visa forms part of the E visa category, which is granted to treaty traders and investors visiting the US under a treaty of commerce and navigation between the US and their home country. In this article, we will see the key differences between both visas. 

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O-1 Vs. Eb-1: Differences Between O-1 and Eb-1a Visa
Talent-Based Visas

O-1 Vs. Eb-1: Differences Between O-1 and Eb-1a Visa

Suppose you intend to reside in the US. In that case, your primary target should be to get your immigrant visa approved by the authorities. Many individuals come to the US on an employment visa. The US always welcomes aliens who possess extraordinary ability to come and work in the US. If you have that skill, you can either apply for an O-1 Visa or an EB-1 Visa. At times, it becomes crucial to know the difference between these two visas as that can impact your future stay in the United States. This article will explain the key differences between O-1 and EB-1A visa (Alien of Extraordinary ability). 

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How to Transfer a Us Immigration Case to Another Embassy
Immigration News

How to Transfer a Us Immigration Case to Another Embassy

As a petitioner, you may want to choose to transfer your immigration case to another US embassy or consulate. There can be many reasons you want to make such a decision, such as pending case backlogs at a specific embassy, or maybe you believe that some other embassy would decide on your matter more expeditiously.

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Consular Processing
Green Card

How Does Consular Processing Work After Approval of a Petition

You may have to go through a process known as Consular Processing if you want to come to the United States and get a green card for legal permanent residence. Depending on whether you are outside of the US or in the US, if your immigrant petition gets approved, you can choose consular processing to get your green card. 

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Preparing for N-400 Interview
Citizenship

Preparing for N-400 Interview

Obtaining a green card gives you certain rights, but you still miss out on all the benefits provided to a US citizen. Therefore green card holders often try to upgrade to US citizenship to avail all the benefits. If you are among those, then this article is a great read for you. This article will explain how Preparing for N-400 Interview which you have to take as a part of your naturalization process. 

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Eb-1: Display of Your Work at Artistic Exhibitions and Showcases
Talent-Based Visas

Eb-1: Display of Your Work at Artistic Exhibitions and Showcases

Establishing your “extraordinary ability” can be a complex and bewildering process. As a petitioner, you want your petition for an EB-1 visa to get approved quickly. Still, you are unsure what three criteria you should target to fulfill the requirement laid down by the USCIS to demonstrate your “extraordinary ability.” For that, you must know the basic meaning of all the criteria and how you can satisfy each criterion’s elements. 

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All About Notice of Intent to Deny
Immigration Appeals

All About Notice of Intent to Deny

Are you relaxing that you have successfully filed your immigration petition and will soon enter the US? A Notice of Intent to Deny (NOID) can interrupt your happy time, and you may find yourself tangled in a complicated immigration issue. The best way to avoid any confusion is to know what a NOID is and what to do if you have received a NOID from the USCIS. This article provides detailed information to help you prevent confusion.

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Immigration Appeal: What It Is an and How It Works
Immigration Appeals

Immigration Appeal: What It Is an and How It Works

Has the USCIS denied your immigration application for the grant or extension of a visa? Are you unhappy or unsettled with the USCIS decision and are curious whether you can do anything or not? The answer is yes! You may be eligible to file an appeal or a motion on an unfavorable decision by an immigration department. This article will discuss the immigration appeal, your rights, and how you can file an immigration appeal. 

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Can I Reschedule Naturalization Interview or Oath Ceremony?
Citizenship

Can I Reschedule Naturalization Interview or Oath Ceremony?

If you have applied for a green card, you have to appear for an interview to get your green card application approved by the USCIS. However, it is a common dilemma for individuals who apply for a naturalization (citizenship) interview, whether they can reschedule their interview in case of emergency or not? This article will answer this question!

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COMPARING THE THREE FORMS OF EB-1 CATEGORY
Employment Visas

EB-1: Comparing the Three Forms of EB-1 Category

US government allows individuals to travel to the US on an employment visa. The employment-Based First Preference(EB-1) category allows an alien to travel to the US and further provides an option to apply for a green card. The EB-1 green card is the highest-ranking employment-based green card available in the US.

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USCIS Closure due to Coronavirus Outbreak
Immigration News

USCIS Closure due to Coronavirus Outbreak

All U.S. Citizen and Immigration Service offices will be closed from March 18 – April 1 due to the outbreak of COVID-19. This means that no in-person services will be offered in order to prevent the spreading of the virus. Instead, USCIS will be shifting its duties to be carried out remotely until April 1st or further notice. There will likely be a drastic increase in online traffic, as these services are conducted remotely, so processing times and responses may be slower than usual. All information regarding the temporary closures is subject to change as these circumstances progress and additional updates are received.

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