The National Interest Waiver (NIW) is a unique facet of U.S. immigration policy. It offers a pathway for foreign nationals with advanced degrees or exceptional abilities to bypass the labor certification process and job offer requirement when applying for an EB-2 Visa. This article will delve into the specifics of the NIW, focusing on the type of …
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Understanding what impacts National Interest Waiver processing time is key to a smooth green card journey. Do you want a green card to secure your future in the United States? The National Interest Waiver (NIW) could be your fast lane to achieving that goal. But before you dive into the application process, it’s crucial to …
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If you graduated with a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics or related degree, then you have a STEM green card advantage. This advantage comes in the form of the EB-2 National Interest Waiver program. The National Interest Waiver requirements for a STEM Green Card in the Bay Area and around the U.S. have been eased. …
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Are you a noncitizen with extraordinary abilities? Is your goal to live and work in the United States without restrictions? If so, then mastering the EB1A visa requirements is your key to achieving extraordinary status. The EB1A visa, also known as the “Extraordinary Ability” visa, is designed for noncitizens who have demonstrated extraordinary skills in …
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Can you work for the next company right after you get your H1B? If a new employer has filed a Form I-129, H-1B Change of Employer Petition, on -your behalf, then a valid H-1B visa holder may transfer to another job as long as he or she is in lawful status and has not …
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Certain immigrants are granted permanent residence on a conditional basis. A conditional green card is valid for two years only (versus a permanent green card which is valid indefinitely). The most common circumstance under which a person may be issued a conditional green card is when the green card is based on a marriage which …
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If you are engaged to a person who lives abroad and you want to bring them to the United States so you can get married, then you will need to help your fiancé obtain a K-1 visa so they can enter the country. There are a number of requirements you and your fiancé will have …
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The immigration service determines eligibility for an EB-1A green card through a rigorous evaluation of whether the applicant has “extraordinary ability” in their field. Navigating the waters of EB-1A can be a daunting, complex process. That’s why our attorneys at The Alagiri Immigration Law Firm are taking the time to answer some Frequently Asked Questions about EB-1A …
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The EB-1 (A) is a subcategory of the first-preference employment-based visas. This type of visa is specifically reserved for individuals who have an extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business, and athletics. With an EB-1 (A), an individual can obtain a U.S. green card to legally live and work in the country. Eligibility for EB-1 …
Are you looking to secure a U.S. driver’s license? You’re not alone. Many noncitizens would like the ability to drive. One of the many benefits of obtaining a green card is the ability to apply for a driver’s license. To be able to independently explore the roads, though, you first need your green card. Part …
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