Permanent residents or those with “green cards” are authorized to live and work in the United States. This is a permanent status but it may also be conditional with restrictions. Even those with permanent status with no conditions can find themselves in a situation where the government is seeking removal. The government often seeks the…
The United States has a complex tax system. Tax issues can derail the naturalization process. Immigrants have to be compliant with our tax laws to be able to become United States citizens and to obtain green cards. The two most common taxes that we get questions about are the U.S. gift and estate tax and…
There are two types of visa categories in the United States: 1. Nonimmigrant Visas 2. Immigrant Visas The United States Immigration and Visa System can be a complex issue and sometimes hard to understand. On this page we will explain the differences between various immigration visas available. Depending on the purpose of your visit, you as a person will either…
Lawful Permanent Resident is the term used for a person who has permanent permission to live and work in the United States. The identification card used for lawful permanent residency is an I-551. The I-551 is green, thus the nickname “green card.” Under the current law, there are seven paths to lawful permanent residency and obtaining…
The Student and Exchange Visitors Program, or SEVP, was formerly known as CIPRIS. The Immigration and Nationality Act provides two nonimmigrant visa categories for persons wishing to study in the United States. The “F” visa is reserved for nonimmigrants wishing to pursue academic studies and/or language training programs, and the “M” visa is reserved for…