Your green card is an important document that you need to have with you and available at all times. If something happens to it or happens to invalidate it, you need to replace it. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service explains that everyone has to replace their...
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What is an investor’s visa and who may apply for one?
Entrepreneurs and investors may obtain permanent residency in the United States by qualifying for the EB-5 Program. The U.S. Department of State’s website notes that visas could go to applicants who have the ability to start new businesses that support the U.S....
Understanding non-immigrant visas
Although many people enter the United States from other countries for the purpose of living permanently in the country, not everyone plans to spend very long. Those visiting the U.S. for specific reasons may apply for a non-immigrant visa. Not everyone entering the...
How should you study for the naturalization test?
The naturalization test is one of the final steps in your journey to acquiring U.S. citizenship. A lot of weight rests on your ability to correctly respond to testing materials. As such, adequate studying can help you feel more confident and prepared to successfully...
What should you know about family visas?
As an immigrant to the US, once you achieve permanent resident status, you likely begin thinking about bringing various of your relatives into this country, too. The Bureau of Consular Affairs of the US Department of State explains that, depending on which relatives...
What if you fail the English or Civics naturalization tests?
As someone born outside of the United States, you must take certain steps if you wish to establish U.S. citizenship and live permanently in California or another part of the United States. If you pursue U.S. citizenship through naturalization, expect to have to take...
Do you qualify for an English language exemption?
As someone seeking citizenship or shooting for naturalization in the United States, you know about the civics and English test. This checks both your knowledge about historical events in the United States and other civics matters, along with your proficiency in...
Who can apply for naturalization?
Many people travel to the United States with hopes of becoming a citizen of the county. While America is extremely welcoming to people from all over the world, there is a specific process one must go through in order to become a citizen. Before you become eligible for...
Does the U.S. government accommodate disabled immigrants?
The process of becoming an American citizen is challenging enough if you are in good health, but you may fear naturalization will be out of your reach if you suffer from a disability. The truth is that the U.S. government understands the plight of disabled immigrants...
J-1 visas for medical training: What to know
Many medical professionals and students come to the U.S. – and California, specifically – to take advantage of our excellent medical schools. Most of these international medical graduates (IMG) relocate to the U.S. on a J-1 visa. This visa allows them to study, train...
