The I-94/I-94W Card
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1d ago
What is an I-94 or I-94W? Foreign nationals visiting the United States must complete an I-94 if they hold a valid visa, or an I-94W if they are traveling without a visa under the Visa Waiver Program. The I-94 card is provided by the transportation carrier (for example the airline you traveled with) and it must be ..read more
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Immigration Options for International Students
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by Immigration Direct
1d ago
There are two non-immigrant categories for foreign nationals wishing to study in the US namely, the F visa and the M visa. The F visa is for for non-immigrants who wish to pursue academic studies and/or language training programs, whereas the M visa is for non-immigrants who want to pursue non academic or vocational studies ..read more
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Tips when Filing USCIS Immigration Forms
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by Immigration Direct
1d ago
Filing an application or petition with USCIS can seem like an overwhelming task. Applicants are well advised to do their homework ahead of time. Avoiding common mistakes and oversights can save a lot of time and anxiety while the petition or application is pending with USCIS. You can find your USCIS Form here. General Tips ..read more
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Pending Green Card Application – Can You Work?
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by Immigration Direct
1d ago
If you haven’t become a permanent resident yet, you can work with an employment authorization document, Form I-765. This is available only if you are in the process of Adjustment of Status and your Green Card application is pending. Adjustment of status is a process by which you can change your status from temporary to ..read more
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Understanding the Employment Green Card Process
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by Immigration Direct
1d ago
All Green Card holders or non U.S. Permanent Residents are authorized to live and work permanently in United States. Most foreign nationals obtain their Green Cards either through employment, marriage or the Green Card lottery program. The option of obtaining a Green Card through employment is not favored by the majority of individuals as the ..read more
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What to do when your child is “Aging Out”: Understanding the Child Status Protection Act
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by Immigration Direct
1d ago
What to do when your child is “Aging Out”:  Understanding the Child Status Protection Act The Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) was enacted in order to protect individuals applying for permanent residence based on their status as “children” from being denied those benefits because of backlogs in USCIS processing times.  Becoming ineligible for permanent residence ..read more
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What is the Purpose for the I-140 Immigrant Petition?
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by Immigration Direct
1d ago
When an employer is seeking to hire a foreign national for a permanent employment position, the employer will file Form I-140. The form is used to petition the foreign national for permanent residency. Form I-140 is the petition USCIS receives from an employer for the following purposes: Outstanding Researcher or Professor Employers looking to hire ..read more
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Renouncing U.S. Citizenship – A Detailed Guide
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by Immigration Direct
2d ago
People renounce their U.S. citizenship for a variety of reasons. Depending on your situation, renunciation can be very beneficial or even necessary. However, don’t expect the process to be easy. The U.S. takes many steps to counter people renouncing their citizenship. Some are for the protection of the people, while others are for the benefit ..read more
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What is an Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) and Why do I Need One?
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by Immigration Direct
3d ago
Active participation in the U.S. economy—a fundamental aspect to living and working in the U.S.—is accomplished largely through filing tax returns. For immigrants, even those who are undocumented, this key step to a fully integrated life in the U.S. requires obtaining an Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). What is ..read more
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Alien Registration Number (ARN): What It Is and Why It Matters
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by Immigration Direct
1w ago
Alien Registration Number, also known as A-number, is an exclusive identification number assigned to an immigrant. The A-number is assigned to noncitizens at the time their A-file is created with USCIS. It is an “A” followed by a unique set of seven, -eight- or nine-digit numbers. For example,  A12 345 678 A 100 123 456 ..read more
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