Checklist of Things to Do After Getting A Green Card
Apply for a Social Security Number If you were previously on a work visa or issued Employment Authorization, you may have already been assigned a Social Security Number (SSN). If not, go to http://www.ssa.gov/ssnumber/ and order a Social Security Card. This nine-digit number will serve many purposes, including the ability to work, open a bank […]
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Petitioner’s Obligations When Sponsoring a Beneficiary for a Green Card
When sponsoring an immediate relative – such as a spouse, parent, child or sibling – for U.S. permanent residency, the U.S. citizen or permanent resident sponsor must prove that he/she has the financial ability to support the relative if the green card is approved. This is usually done by having the petitioner submit federal tax […]
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Entering the United States on a Visitor Visa
Visiting the United States Every year, millions of people from all over the world visit the United States for pleasure, personal or business reasons. Generally, any applicant seeking to visit the United States must show that: • The purpose of the trip is for temporary business or pleasure • The visit is for a specific […]
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Changes to Consular Fees Effective September 2014
On September 12, 2014, the Department of State adjusted fees for various consular services – with some fees increasing and others decreasing. Some of the more common fees being affected include: Immediate relative (family-based) application fee: Increase from $230 to $325 Employment-based application fee: Decrease from $405 to $345 Affidavit of support fee: Increase […]
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