The process of applying for an EB-1 visa has recently been streamlined. As a result, the various steps and fees are much easier to navigate. This is excellent news for people who are planning to immigrate to the U.S. to work in California. Fees for EB1 and EB2 visas...
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Losing your job and your California work visa
The Public Policy Institute of California reports that 10.5 million immigrants live in California. An immigrant with a work visa can legally work in California. If you're an immigrant in the country on a work visa, you might wonder what happens if you lose your job....
English-only education in California
For decades, the debate over whether English-only education or bilingual education is better has raged on. However, recent trends suggest that English-only education is on the decline in California and many parts of the United States. Despite this, Arizona has held...
Highly-educated immigrants find opportunity in California
Robust demand for skilled workers in numerous industries in California continues to attract people from outside of the country. As a result, the immigration of people with bachelor's or graduate degrees has surged over the previous decade. Education rates among...
Get the latest visa bulletin news
Visa issues are paramount to many California residents. The latest bulletins are here to guide your path to becoming a citizen as well as keep you out of financial and legal trouble. For immigrants and their families, this is one issue that should never be neglected....
EB-2 visas provide permanent legal residence
Employers in California and around the country can petition for EB-2 employment-based visas when they wish to hire a foreign job candidate who possesses exceptional skills or an advanced degree. What sets this visa apart from other employment-based visas like the more...
Spouses use the consular process to get into U.S. legally
Consular processing occurs when a person applies for a visa before leaving their native country. The United States embassy staff processes the application in the foreign country. It is different than applying for a visa if you are already in California or elsewhere in...
Who’s eligible for an I-visa?
Whether the stay in California is short-term or the ultimate goal is citizenship, knowing the ins and outs of the immigration system is the key to an expedient, hassle-free process. The first step is understanding the requirements, criteria, and designations. Not all...
What to bring to your visa interview
Applying for a family visa can be overwhelming if you are unprepared for the visa interview. California residents who wish to bring additional family members to the United States are encouraged to come to the interview prepared with as much documentation as possible....
Understanding employment-based immigration: first preference EB-1
If you are a highly skilled or accomplished professional living overseas and are interested in relocating to the United States, you may be eligible for the EB-1A visa classification. This priority worker classification provides a path to permanent residence in the...