A Year in Review: How 2024 Shaped US Immigration
A Year in Review: How 2024 Shaped US Immigration 2024 was a year of significant shifts in U.S. immigration policy, impacting thousands of individuals and families. From streamlined processes to controversial proposals, the key developments in 2024 US immigration news made headlines. January: Renewal Relief for H1B Holders An update allowed H1B visa holders to […]
O-1A High Salary Criteria: Practical Strategies for Qualification
O-1A High Salary Criteria: Practical Strategies for Qualification When people think of extraordinary ability, they often associate it with achievements like awards, publications, or leadership roles. However, one of the lesser-known yet powerful ways to prove extraordinary ability for the O-1A visa is by meeting the O-1A high salary criteria. Earning a competitive salary can […]
The Waiting Game: February Visa Bulletin Predictions for 2025
The Waiting Game: February Visa Bulletin Predictions for 2025 Imagine this: you’ve been anxiously refreshing the Visa Bulletin page, hoping that February 2025 will finally bring some good news for your green card application. It’s a journey filled with anticipation, and every update holds the potential to transform lives. Let’s look into the February Visa […]
F1 Visa Rejection: Common Causes and How to Handle It
F1 Visa Rejection: Common Causes and How to Handle It Imagine receiving your acceptance letter from the university of your dreams. The excitement is palpable as you prepare for the adventure of studying abroad. But then, the unexpected happens – your student visa application gets rejected. It’s a setback that leaves you feeling disappointed, frustrated, […]
January 2025 Visa Bulletin: Insights for Indian
January 2025 Visa Bulletin: Insights for Indian The new year is here, and the January 2025 Visa Bulletin comes. As a green card applicant, you understand how important these updates are for planning your next steps. Each bulletin reveals more than dates; it maps opportunities, challenges, and hope. Let’s unpack what this month’s bulletin has […]
O1A Authorship Criteria: Does Publication Strengthen Your Application?
O1A Authorship Criteria: Does Publication Strengthen Your Application? Regarding the O-1A visa, applicants may feel that they have to be academic giants or globally recognized authors to meet the O1A authorship criteria. The reality is more nuanced. Authorship can demonstrate extraordinary ability in your field, but it doesn’t necessarily mean you have to write groundbreaking […]
O1A Original Contribution Criteria: Demonstrating Major Impact in Your Field
O1A Original Contribution Criteria: Demonstrating Major Impact in Your Field If you’re considering applying for the O-1A visa, you’re likely aware that meeting the visa criteria goes beyond simply excelling in your field. Here, you must provide concrete evidence of extraordinary ability. One of the key criteria that many applicants aim to satisfy is the […]
January Visa Bulletin 2025 Predictions: Hope or More Waiting?
January Visa Bulletin 2025 Predictions: Hope or More Waiting? Many of us were hopeful when October 2024 rolled in, marking the start of Fiscal Year 2025. India’s EB1, EB2, and EB3 categories seemed primed for progress. But here we are, months later, and it feels like a déjà vu of stagnation for many. The October, […]
December Visa Bulletin 2024: Key Updates for Indian Green Card Applicants
December Visa Bulletin 2024: Key Updates for Indian Green Card Applicants Imagine: You’ve spent years building your career in the United States, contributing to the economy, and becoming an integral part of the workforce. But one thing has kept you awake at night—your Green Card. Like many Indian professionals, you’re caught in the labyrinth of […]
The O1A Press Criteria: Employing Media Coverage for Your Extraordinary Ability Case
The O1A Press Criteria: Employing Media Coverage for Your Extraordinary Ability Case For foreign professionals seeking the O1A visa, demonstrating extraordinary ability requires meeting at least three of eight O1A visa requirements. One of the O1A criteria for demonstrating an applicant’s extraordinary ability is, notably, published materials about the applicant in professional publications or major […]
