I have compiled a list of websites that provide
general information in the following categories. This is not
intended to substitute for solid legal advice but will give
you a general idea of the possibilities we may discuss.
Agency Information:
US Citizenship and Immigration Services
US Department of Labor
US Department of State
In general, individuals may immigrate to the US through a US
citizen relative (known as immediate relatives), a lawful permanent
relatives or through an offer of employment. Several questions
arise in this area and explanations can be found at the following
sites: Link#1
/Link#2
/ Link#3
In order to enter the United States permanently or temporarily
most foreign nationals need to have a valid visa corresponding
to the purpose of their visit. These sites discuss what a visa
is and how to obtain one: Link#1
/ Link#2
/ Link#3
These sites address, in general terms, the basics for immigrating
to the US: Link#1
/ Link#2
For immigrant visa issuance it is important to determine whether
your petition/application will be delayed because of a backlog
of applications in your particular preference category. There
are currently backlogs in family immigration and in some employment
categories for nationals of certain countries. The visa bulletin
lists the processing dates for each immigrant category (preference
category) and is updated with any changes monthly, usually mid-month
for the following month: Click
here
This section is devoted to exploring, in general the various
categories for immigrating to the US: Click
here
This section address family immigration: what relationships
may lead to immigration benefits; what forms are needed, and
the process in general: Link#1
/ Link#2
/ Link#3
/ Link#4
/ Link#5
Spouses of lawful permanent residents and US citizens may qualify
for immigration benefits: Click
here
Those not yet married to US citizens may be eligible for fiancé
visas
Adoption of foreign born children is discussed in the following
links:
Link#1
/ Link#2
/ Link#3
/ Link#4
/ Link#5
/ Link#6
/ Link#7
Adoption of Orphans has some distinguishing features: Click
here
Employment-based immigration encompasses several different categories
and each category is addressed in the following sites:
Link#1
/ Link#2
/ Link#3
/ Link#4
/ Link#5
Diversity Visa Lottery: can lead to immigration benefits for
qualified applicants: Link#1
/ Link#2
/ Link#3
/ Link#4
/ Link#5
Entering the US is usually accomplished by obtaining a valid
non-immigrant visa corresponding to the nature of the visit:
Link#1
/ Link#2
Non-immigrant fees and reciprocity are important and vary based
on country of nationality and citizenship: Click
here
Non-immigrant work visas: Link#1
/ Link#2
H-1B nonimmigrant visas:
Requirements: Click
here
Labor department information: Click
here
Prevailing wage information: Link#1
/ Link#2
LCA online form: Click
here
For those interested in studying in the US, some useful information
can be discovered here: Link#1
/ Link#2
To obtain more information about visas, please consult the listing
of
US Embassies and Consulates: Click
here
The time it will take to obtain a visa at a specific US Embassy
or Consulate: Click
here
How to obtain a social security card: Click
here
Useful information for employers, including I-9 information:
Click
here
I-9 information: Link#1
/ Link#2
/ Link#3
Immigration forms and filing fees: Click
here
Processing time for immigration applications: Click
here
National benefits center: Click
here
Service Centers: California
/ Nebraska
/ Texas
/ Vermont
Flash Cards Available from USCIS:
Sharpen your knowledge of US history by using cards prepared
by USCIS, Click
here
The Department of Labor:
PERM
updates / Hiring
Foreign Workers / Permanent
labor certification
Q
& As on Labor certificatio
