Both H-1B and J-1 are non-immigrant visas. You can choose either of them by considering various factors, such as your education, long-term goals and whether you primarily want to study or work. But before all that, you have to learn the distinction between the two...
Sometimes, a problem in your immigration history can stop you from getting a visa or permanent residence, even when you have a family member who can sponsor you. A waiver can sometimes help you get past that problem and continue your case. Here are four instances...
When you're planning a future with someone who lives in another country, one of the biggest questions you'll face is how to bring them to the U.S. legally. Many couples wrestle with whether to get married abroad first or bring their partner here on a fiancé visa. For...
A relative gets married overseas, or a work trip comes up, and suddenly you face a hard question: can you leave the country while you wait for your green card? For many people, one poorly timed trip can undo months of effort. Whether you can travel safely depends on...
Finding the right professor can take a worldwide search. Sometimes the best candidate lives in another country. Before a professor can teach or conduct research in the United States, the school must complete several immigration steps. Learning how the process works...
Louisiana is a major center for important research, from coastal restoration to energy and biomedical innovation. If you are a foreign-born researcher or engineer, your contributions to these fields could streamline your path to a green card. The EB-2 National...
Bringing a parent to the United States can feel urgent, especially when distance makes care, visits and family life harder. The parent green card process is available in some family situations, but not every adult child can file. Your own immigration status, your age,...
An approved I-140 petition is a major step in an employment-based immigration case. This petition asks the government to recognize that you qualify for an employment-based green card, but approval does not always mean the process is finished. Before you can receive a...
Bringing loved ones to the United States is often the most meaningful goal to pursue. U.S. immigration law offers a clear approach to reunite with a spouse, bring your qualifying children to the country or support aging parents. Before starting the administrative...
When the annual H-1B lottery results come out in March, many recruiters find their top hires unselected. A denied slot does not mean a company must lose a candidate. Employers can bypass the H-1B lottery and keep foreign talent using cap-exempt sponsors,...