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Our experience with the team at VisaPlace has been absolutely amazing. Special thank you to Nadia Bakhtiari whom we had the pleasure of partnering with. Nadia was attentive, empathetic, knowledgeable, professional, friendly and accessible. She provided guidance and kept us in the loop every step of the way. We were so impressed with the professionalism and exceptional client experience from VisaPlace that we partnered with them for both our PR application and our citizenship application. Thank you VisaPlace and thank you Nadia!
Democrats Effort to Help Illegal Immigrants in the United States
The Democratic Party has recently been suggesting ways to welcome more undocumented immigrants in the United States. The Biden administration shared their idea to create immigration pathways for illegal immigrants seeking US citizenship along with other categories. Those eligible included participants of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, those who are protected by […]
What is a PERM Labor Certification?
Many foreign nationals looking to immigrate to the United States to work are oftentimes asking more questions about the job offer requirement. This is a very important part of your US work visa application process as it’s the main requirement to qualify. Program Electronic Review Management is an online processing system for filing labor certification applications. […]
Covid-19 Vaccine Will Be Required for United States Green Card in 2021
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced a new policy on August 24, 2021, requiring foreign persons seeking a green card in the United States to be completely vaccinated against COVID-19. This new policy is said to take effect on October 1st, 2021. The CDC is in charge of assuring that non-citizens […]
Is There a VisaPlace Office in India?
No, VisaPlace does not have an office in India. We have helped hundreds of thousands of Indian citizens immigrate to Canada and United States. Often their first question is, do you have an office in India? VisaPlace does not have an office in India. The VisaPlace offices are located within Canada and the United States […]
How the US is Helping Afghans Immigrate to the US
**July 2022 Update: The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced in July 2022 that it will delegate the processing of initial Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) classifications to the Department of State (DOS), as well as make changes to its Policy Manual that will expand the eligibility requirements for Afghan and Iraqi SIVs. The new procedure […]
US Student Visa Processing Times 2022
The number of international students in the United States hit an all-time high in 2019 and expected to progress in again once COVID-19 travel restrictions are dropped. Many individuals are actively looking into their visa options to study in the United States. Making the move is huge and it’s important to complete your application completely […]
How Long Does It Take To Get A US Family Sponsorship Visa?
The first step in the family-based green card procedure is to file the I-130 petition with US Citizenship and Immigration Services. Filing the I-130 petition puts you in line for a family sponsorship-related green card as one becomes available. Unless you are the spouse, parent, or unmarried child (under the age of 21) of a […]
N-400 Form for US Naturalization Citizenship
For those who want to become a US Citizen then you will need to fill out the N-400 form, which is the application for naturalization. Naturalization is the process to become a U.S. citizen if you were born outside of the US. If you meet certain requirements, then you may become a U.S. citizen. What […]
How Long Does It Take To Get A Green Card in the United States?
Changing your status to that of a lawful permanent resident of the United States is a significant step. The wait can be lengthy and stressful. You’re probably wondering what occurs after you file Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, and how long it will take for you to get your green […]
I-864 Form for Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A
For those who want to sponsor an immigrant to get a Green Card, they must fill out the I-864 Form which is officially called the “Affidavit of Support”. People will use this form to promise financial support of the sponsored foreign national. What is an Affidavit of Support? The Immigration Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, […]
US Extends Border Restrictions for Canadians Another 30 Days
Note: This article may be out of date and travel restrictions may have changed. Click here to explore the most recent updates and travel restrictions in the United States! The United States Department of Homeland Security has made the decision to extend US border restrictions until September 21st, 2021 due to the increase in cases […]
Working in the US: Employment Authorization Document (EAD Card)
When applying for a job in the United States, employers are required to check that all prospective employees are allowed to legally work in the US no matter where they are from. Those who have immigrated to the United States and are interested in working will in most cases want to obtain an EAD Card […]
How Long Does It Take To Get A Work Visa in the United States?
Most foreign nationals seeking to start a new life abroad are looking for a country they can utilize their prior skills to create a financially comfortable life. Being able to obtain a job can also help an individual financially cover their day-to-day living expenses so obtaining a US work visa is important to most immigrants. […]
Invitation Letter for United States Visitor Visa
A letter of invitation is a formal letter written by a legal resident or citizen of the United States to invite a foreign friend or family member, such as a brother or sister, to their home. This sponsor must certify that they can accommodate the visitor in their house and ensures that the visitor will […]
How Long Does It Take To Get A Tourist Visa in the United States?
Every day millions of individuals who live abroad are starting the visitor visa application process to the United States. These travelers are usually coming for one of two reasons, business or tourism through a B-1 visa or B-2 visa. To ensure you receive your visitor visa in time before your travel plans, you will want […]
