Category Archives: Non-Immigrant Visa
What Happens if You Overstay Your Visa?
There are many different types of visas that allow foreign nationals to enter the United States to live, work, or visit for an extended period of time as a tourist. Non-immigrant visas have an expiration date but what is even more important is the “Admit Until Date” on the Form I-94, or the date… Read More »
What to Know About Preparing For Your K-1 Visa Interview
Just because you are expecting to marry a U.S. citizen does not mean that you are guaranteed to get your K-1 visa. Compared to other non-immigrant visas issued each year in the U.S., K-1 visas are not issued often. There are several common hurdles that couples wanting to go the K-1 visa route experience… Read More »
Comparing Immigrant and Non-Immigrant Visas in the United States
The United States immigration system tends to be quite complex and confusing, especially for those who struggle to understand and speak the English language. If you are planning on seeking permanent status and citizenship or if you only plan to come to the U.S. temporarily for a specific reason, you will need to obtain… Read More »
What Evidence of Financial Ability is Needed for an F-1 or M-1 Student Visa in the USA?
It is expected that if you are applying for either an F-1 or M-1 student visa, you have the financial resources to reside in and take up your studies in the United States. What does this mean? It means that you must be able to pay for your living expenses, your travel, as well… Read More »
Gaining Practical Industry Experience Through STEM OPT
If you are an F-1 student in the United States and the program of study you are enrolled in is an approved STEM field, then you may be eligible for STEM OPT (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics optional practical training) extension. This is a 24-month temporary extension for training related to your STEM program… Read More »
Second Round of Random Selection for H-1B Visa Lottery
If you live outside of the United States and are trained in areas like finance, technology, engineering, or another specialized field, then you would apply for an H-1B Visa if you would like to come to the United States to work. The H-1B Visa allows employers throughout the United States the option of hiring… Read More »
How Does A U.S. Consular Officer Determine One’s Ties To Their Home Country?
When you apply for a non-immigrant visa to enter the United States, you are likely going to feel confused and upset if you get a refusal. There could be several reasons why this happens. One reason could be that you lacked sufficient documentation. Another reason is that you were unable to show that you… Read More »
Who Can Use An L1 Visa To Work In The United States?
It is a global world, and as a result, some businesses will have operations both within the United States and abroad. When a company is looking to staff its operations, improve them, or expand them, it may decide to send a current employee or supervisor that is working at a location in another country… Read More »
6 FAQ About B Visas In The United States
With the exception of the student travel visa, individuals from outside the United States who want to come to the country for temporary travel will use a B visa. There are two types of B visas that are B1 and B2. The difference between the two is what the purpose of travel will be…. Read More »
The EB-5 Visa Program – What Are The Basic Requirements?
In 1990, the United States Congress created the EB-5 Program, also known as the Immigrant Investor Program. If a potential immigrant can qualify under the program, they can legally enter and reside in the United States. Basic Requirements The U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website states, “To qualify for the EB-5 program, a… Read More »