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Reasons Why a K3 Visa May Be Denied in the Philippines

K-3 marriage visas are required for spouses of U.S. citizens to live in the United States.passport approval image by timur1970 from Fotolia.comIf you are a Philippine citizen who has married a citizen of the United States and you and your spouse plan to live in the U.S., you will need to...

Becoming A Citizen Can Be A Dream Come True

The dream of being allowed to permanently live and work in the United States is made a reality to many with the U.S. 'Green Card Lottery.' Each year, in what is called the Diversity Lottery an immigrant receives the right to enter the U.S. permanently. This Lottery allows those from countr

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What Is an H-1 Visa?

The United States offers several visas to those without citizenship to enter the country and work. Different visas are offered for different occupations, but the most common work visa is the H-1 visa officially known as the H-1B visa.

How to Renew a Permanent Resident Card in Canada

Canadian permanent resident cards must be renewed every five years if citizenship is not applied for. The method for renewal is the exact same as the method for application; in essence you are reapplying. You must send forms, documents and your expired card. You can apply completely by mail; however

USA Official Immigration Procedures

U.S. immigration law is complex, and successful immigration to the United States can sometimes take a decade or more. The procedure for immigrating to the United States varies according to the basis of immigration (U.S. citizen relatives, for example, or employment in the United States). Regardless

What fuels world-wide immigration!

There could be a plethora of factors behind world-wide immigration today, such as better job & economic opportunities overseas, more payment for similar jobs, high living standards, better edu

How to Migrate to Canada From Australia

Are you an Australian and want to immigrate to Canada? Well this article gives you great tips and insights on how to migrate to Canada from Australia.

Immigration Status Definition

A visitor's immigration status depends on the type of visa he used when applying to enter the United States. According to the U.S. Department of State, compliance with the visa's specific requirements will determine whether the foreign citizen is "in status" or "out of status."

Will Recent NVC Processing Changes Impact the K-1 Visa Process?

The NVC (short for the National Visa Center) and its processing guidelines have been the topic of discussion in some US Immigration circles. The following piece will look at whether or not recent policy changes will have an impact upon those seeking K1 Fiance visa benefits. The National Visa Center

Types of Visas For the United States!

In case you are a non-US citizen who intends to visit the United States, you must obtain a visa in order to legally enter the country. The US visas could easily be categorized under two categories.

Do Illegal Immigrants Pay Taxes?

The issue of illegal immigration has been a thorn on the side of every political candidate in the US. Of course, the topic has had a fair share of airtime in last year's presidential debate; however, the plans to address the issue have been very vague and there is a lack of laws that specifical

Arriving Aliens No Longer Barred From Adjustment of Status

Indeed, the Ninth Circuit Court had earlier ruled, in Kalilu v. Mukasey (2008) 548. F3d 1215, 1217-19, that the BIA abused its discretion by denying a motion to reopen, contrary to its doctrine in Matter of Velarde-Pacheco,23 1&N Dec. 253. (BIA 2002), and on the ground that only the USCIS had jurisd

EB-5 Investment Based Green Card

Under section 203(b)(5) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, 8 U.S.C. § 1153(b)(5), 10,000 immigrant visas per year are made available to certain qualified individuals seeking permanent resident st

Ten Tips for the Chinese and American "K-1 Couple"

You are probably reading this article because you are either (1) a U.S. citizen who has a fiance(e) who is a citizen of the People's Republic of China and you want to bring him/her to the U.S., or (2) you are a U.S. citizen and you have a boyfriend or girlfriend who is a citizen or the People&a