Understanding the financial system as a non-citizen can seem challenging, especially when opening a U.S. bank account before immigrating. However, it is achievable with the right information and preparation. Here is what you need to know to get started. Opening a bank...
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3 issues that can impact eligibility for naturalized citizenship
Becoming a citizen is an achievable goal for many immigrants. Those who enter the country through family relationships or employment may eventually be eligible for naturalized citizenship. People who become United States citizens have access to more robust family...
Why people with green cards often decide to become citizens
A green card is a permanent resident card. It provides proof of someone's legal presence in the United States. A green card can help someone enroll at an institution of higher education or obtain a job. It also protects an immigrant's right to stay in the United...
How to bring a non-citizen spouse to the U.S.
When a United States citizen marries someone who isn’t a citizen of this country, they may decide that they want to bring them back to the U.S. There’s a process that must be followed so that the non-citizen spouse can enter the country legally. The first thing to do...
3 challenges people may face when bringing foreign spouses to the U.S.
Love knows no boundaries or nationalities. People can fall in love across cultures. The internet has made it easier than ever before in human history for individuals who are citizens of different countries to pursue meaningful relationships with each other. United...
What should people expect when seeking a green card for a spouse?
A green card grants someone status as a permanent resident. They can then stay in the country for the rest of their lives if they meet certain standards. Generally, permanent residents have to reapply once a decade and need to avoid particularly serious criminal...
What is the process for getting a green card for a spouse?
The process of obtaining a green card for a spouse immigrating to the United States is involves several distinct efforts. This process allows the spouse of a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident to obtain permanent residency. This is a complex undertaking that...
How can arrests impact green cards and citizenship applications?
Immigrants living in the United States must adhere to very strict standards. They need to remain in compliance with all paperwork requirements set by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). They also have to carefully follow the law to avoid...
Transitioning from a green card to citizenship
For those who received a green card through marriage, the end goal may still be citizenship. A green card allows you to live in the United States legally with your new spouse, and you’ll have the ability to do things like work or travel more freely. It is certainly a...
3 important concerns when bringing a fiancé to the U.S. with a visa
Engagements and marriage are among the most common reasons that people pursue family-based immigration. Someone who falls in love and wants to start a family will obviously need to live close to their intended partner. There are immigration programs for those who have...