ICE Detentions and Student Protests: What Non-Citizens Should Know Before Attending Demonstrations
June 10, 2025
Since the start of 2025, there have been multiple distressing incidents of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detaining student protesters. These occurrences have heightened worry and concern among international students …
Read This ArticleWhat International Students Need to Know about Challenges to F-1 Visas in 2025
June 3, 2025
A primary path for international students seeking to study in the United States is to secure an F-1 (academic student) visa. Students hoping to obtain an F-1 visa face several …
Read This ArticleK-1 Visa: When Can I Start Working?
September 27, 2024
With a K1 visa, you can start working in the U.S. after applying for and receiving a work permit, known as Employment Authorization (Form I-765). You can apply for this …
Read This ArticleComplete Guide to Applying for the H-1B: Registration, Process, and Timeline
May 9, 2024
The highly sought-after H-1B visa is a non-immigrant, temporary visa that allows U.S. employers to hire foreign workers for specialty occupations. Specialty occupations require specific knowledge and a bachelor’s degree …
Read This ArticleHow to Waive the J-1 Visa Two-Year Home-Country Rule
March 12, 2024
The J-1 visa program offers valuable opportunities for cultural exchange and professional development. But, in most cases, it requires returning to your home country for two years after program completion. …
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What Is Optional Practical Training?
March 12, 2024
Congratulations on arriving in the United States! As you settle in and set your sights on your future career, Optional Practical Training (OPT) might be a powerful tool to consider. …
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Applying for a Marriage-Based Green Card While on a J-1 Visa: A Comprehensive Guide
September 8, 2023
A common question is, “Now that I am getting married, can I apply for a green card while on a J-1 visa?” The short answer is yes, J-1 holders can …
Read This ArticleUnderstanding Credit Requirements and Timelines for MBA Programs for International Students in USA
February 5, 2023
The United States is home to some of the top business schools in the world where students can attend rigorous and highly respected Master’s of Business Administration (MBA) programs. These …
Read This ArticleFiling USCIS I-129: Premium Processing Time for E-3 Visa
October 13, 2021
If you are in the United States with an E-3 visa and wish to change jobs, you are now able to use U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) premium processing …
Read This ArticleWhat You Need to Know About the H-3 Nonimmigrant Visa
August 17, 2021
If you are a trainee or a special education exchange visitor, you will need to apply for an H-3 Visa. You will be able to participate in visa training programs …
Read This ArticleF-1 OPT to H-1B: Change of Status from F-1 to H-1B for International Students
March 30, 2021
As a student with an F-1 visa in the United States, transitioning from school to a job is an important, but complicated step. Whether you are about to graduate from …
Read This ArticleU.S. Visitor Visa Extension Fee & B-1/B-2 Visa Extension
March 22, 2021
If you have a visitor visa in the United States, you may need to extend your stay. You may need more time to complete a business project or a medical …
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