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Many F-1 visa holders go on to use the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program to gain experience in their field after studying in the United States. OPT, which lasts up to 12 months, can be taken before you complete your degree or afterwards. In addition, people in...
When U.S. military members are stationed abroad, they often find someone to love and ultimately marry. When they do, there may be an expedited path to citizenship available for their new spouse. They may also be eligible for citizenship without traveling to the U.S....
If you or someone you know is being forced to work or provide sex, you should know that immigration help is available in many cases. You may be eligible for T nonimmigrant status, a special status given to certain victims of severe trafficking who cooperate with the...
The United States government is making an effort to remove barriers to legal immigration, especially employment-based immigration by highly desirable candidates. Therefore, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has made it easier for some STEM...
Yes, as long as they are admissible to the United States in general. O-2 visas are available for workers who are essential to supporting you for your performances. O-3 visas are available for the spouses and minor (under 21) children of O-1 and O-2 visa holders. O-1...
There are several types of visas available for top-tier artists of many kinds to come temporarily to the United States to work in their field. One of these options is the O-1B visa, which is for people who can demonstrate extraordinary ability in the arts or...
"The United States recognizes the ongoing armed conflict in Cameroon, and we will provide temporary protection to those in need," announced the secretary of Homeland Security on April 15. “Cameroonian nationals currently residing in the U.S. who cannot safely return...
Some people who have job offers from U.S. employers in science, education, business or athletics can qualify for an O-1A visa for people with “extraordinary ability or achievement” in their field. O-1B visas are similar but apply to people in the arts, television or...
Afghan nationals who were in the United States as of March 15 may now qualify for Temporary Protected Status (TPS), which will allow them to stay and work in the U.S. for up to 18 months without fear of deportation. According to the Associated Press, over 76,000...
If you’re reading this blog post, congratulations on your marriage and getting your conditional green card! However, you’re not done filing forms with USCIS yet. To prevent marriage fraud, USCIS is requiring another hurdle for you – filing form I-751, Petition to...
