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In the coming months, the cost to file a green card application in the U.S. could jump from the current fee of $1,760 to more than $3,500 — a drastic 130% increase. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is also considering separate fees for the optional work and travel forms, which are currently free to […]

Everything you need to know about the fiancé(e) visa The K-1 fiancé visa allows the foreign partner of a U.S. citizen to legally enter the U.S., and once married, apply for a green card through marriage. How long does the K-1 visa take? The wait time for a K-1 visa currently takes 6 months on […]

Learn about the voter registration process Congrats on your citizenship! If you'll be 18 before Election Day, you have the right to vote in federal, state, and local elections. This is your chance to influence the leadership in your community — and in the United States as a whole. In this article, we’ll walk you […]

Fiancé visa interview sample questions to help you prepare The K-1 Interview The K-1 interview is perhaps the biggest cause of anxiety for anyone applying for a fiancé visa. While it’s completely understandable that you find this stressful, rest assured that it probably won’t be as bad as you think. The consular officer will primarily […]

The latest green card waiting lists as of January 2023 The U.S. Department of State released its Visa Bulletin for January 2023. That’s a big deal if you’re waiting for your priority date to be current so that your green card application can move forward. If you don’t know what a “visa bulletin” or a “priority […]

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How to successfully navigate your J-1 visa interview What to Expect in the J-1 Interview One important step of every J-1 visa application is the visa interview which occurs at the U.S. Embassy or consulate in the applicant’s home country. The visa interview is the last step before the U.S. government is able to determine […]

How to successfully navigate your F-1 visa interview What to Expect in the F-1 Interview One of the last steps in the F-1 student visa process is attending an interview at a U.S. Embassy or consulate. If all goes well, a consular officer will approve your visa at the interview itself and you’ll be on […]

Helpful tips to prepare a strong J-1 visa application Exchange programs can provide an enriching educational and cultural experience for people looking to explore a new country. If you’re interested in attending a U.S. exchange program, you’ll likely need to apply for a J-1 (exchange visitor) visa before entering the U.S. and starting your program. […]

Understanding the F-1 visa for studying in the United States F-1 Visa (Student) What is the F-1 Visa? The F-1 visa allows a student to temporarily live in the United States for a defined period of time while studying at a school, college, seminary, or conservatory. Is the F-1 visa right for me? For many […]