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New Registration Rule for Canadian Visitors to the US
A significant change is coming for Canadians visiting the U.S. for extended periods. The Trump administration, according to a report in The New York Times, will begin enforcing a previously overlooked immigration law. Starting April 11th, Canadians staying in the U.S. for more than 30 days will have to register with U.S. immigration authorities. What Does […]
Trump Proposes ‘Gold Card’ Visa: What You Need to Know
President Donald Trump has introduced a new immigration initiative known as the “Gold Card” visa program, aiming to attract affluent individuals by offering a pathway to U.S. citizenship in exchange for a substantial financial investment. This proposal seeks to replace the existing EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, which has faced some criticism over the years. The […]
US Diversity Visa Lottery 2026 Opens October 2
The US Green Card lottery (Diversity Visa Lottery) for 2026 is expected to open on Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024, 12pm EDT. Applicants will have until November 5, noon EST to submit their applications online. How Many Green Cards Will Be Available? For FY 2026, the State Department will make 55,000 green cards available to foreign […]
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Keeping Families Together: A Guide for Parole in Place
This article provides an overview of the parole in place program, a valuable tool for eligible family members of U.S.citizens to remain in the United States while their green card applications are being processed. Starting August 19, USCIS will begin accepting the new Form I-131F, an electronic application for Parole in Place for certain noncitizen spouses and […]
A Guide to US Citizenship for Eligible Immigrants in 2024
In light of a recent report, it’s been revealed that approximately 9 million immigrants in the United States could become citizens in 2024. This milestone represents a significant opportunity for many to fully integrate into American society and enjoy the myriad benefits citizenship offers. This comprehensive guide aims to provide an in-depth look at the […]
US Grants Citizenship to 11,000 Immigrants on July 4th
To celebrate Independence Day, the U.S. welcomed thousands of new citizens during over 195 naturalization ceremonies across the country. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) director emphasized their commitment to helping eligible individuals experience the freedoms of U.S. citizenship. These ceremonies, held at significant historical sites, are part of the annual Independence Day tradition. This year, approximately 11,000 new citizens will […]
Risks of Delaying Your US Green Card Application
If you’re in the U.S. on a temporary visa, you might be thinking about when to apply for a green card. Waiting for potentially shorter processing times or more favorable immigration policies is understandable, but delaying your application comes with risks. Let’s explore the downsides of postponing your immigration process. Increased Wait Times Putting off […]
US Immigration Changes in 2022: Year in Review
According to US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), nearly a million immigrant adults were naturalized as American citizens in the fiscal year 2022, the third-highest annual tally in US history. Naturalizations have reached a 14-year high, a year after President Biden directed federal agencies to promote naturalizations by removing bureaucratic barriers in the citizenship process, […]
Adjusting Your US Status from K-1 Visa to Green Card
Thousands of couples in long-distance relationships abroad are taking advantage of the K-1 visa process to reunite with their significant other and live with them in the United States. This opportunity is HUGE for many individuals and following the steps correctly is vital to your success. Once you’ve been granted a K-1 visa, the process […]
Can Canada Be Used as a Backdoor to the United States?
People who earn permanent residency in Canada can seek citizenship after staying in the country for at least three years in the five years before the citizenship application. Once they have obtained citizenship, they can come to the United States using the TN visa provided they have a legitimate employment offer from a US company […]
Moving from Alberta to Texas: Everything You Need to Know
Are you a Canadian resident of Alberta thinking about relocating to Texas? You’re not alone. Texas is the United States’ second-most populous state, and it’s simple to understand why. Every year, a large number of visitors visit due to the pleasant weather, diversified population, and melting pot of cultures. Not to mention that Texas’ thriving economy attracts […]
Canada & US in the Top 10 Powerful Passports
The Henley Passport Index is the first and most authoritative assessment of all passports in the world, based on the number of countries to which its holders may travel without a visa. The “best passports” are graded by the number of countries to which passport holders get visa-free entry. Canada and the United States both […]
What to Expect for US Immigration in 2022
As a result of regulatory adjustments in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the United States immigration procedures encountered significant difficulties and delays in 2021. Many candidates within the US received new immigration policies and rules in 2021 to make it easier for them to stay, while many applicants from outside the country were barred from […]
US Immigration 2021: Year in Review
Throughout the year of 2021, many important developments in immigration have occurred in the United States, particularly as a result of COVID-19’s continuous immigration adjustments. Despite this, the majority of visas are still being filed for, and US immigration is on the rise. President Biden has made several adjustments to the US immigration system about […]
Getting a Green Card through ‘Other Categories’
On every Green Card, there is a section for “category”. Every US Permanent Resident will have a category that qualified them for a Green Card. The Categories for the Green Card are: Family, Employment, Special Immigrant, Refugee or Asylee Status, Human Trafficking and Crime Victims, Victims of Abuse, Other Categories, and Registry. There are many […]