IMMIGRANT'S HANDBOOK

New life in America: top 5 applications that will help you settle down in the USA

Starting over in a new city, let alone a new country, can be challenging. There are many online tools and apps that make it easier for immigrants to move to the United States, reports Boundless. Below are some of the best apps and websites for new immigrants from…

How an illegal immigrant can get a green card in the USA: answers to the most popular questions

There are over 11 million immigrants in the United States who do not have legal status or are considered undocumented. There are various ways to "fix" their status and get a green card, Documented reports. All immigration experts agree on one thing: getting legal status is very difficult, and…

Some immigrants can get US citizenship without taking tests: who are these people and how to request the cancellation of exams

The United States Immigration Service (USCIS) has updated its rules for the naturalization of immigrants with disabilities. Naturalization applicants with disabilities that prevent them from taking English language and civics tests for US citizenship may file Form N-648 to request that tests be waived for them.…

150 Ukrainian refugees arrived in the US: what can they expect

About 150 Ukrainians have arrived in the US since March, and many newcomers rely on their new communities to survive as they struggle to overcome the trauma of war, USAToday reports. “Like all refugees, they start from scratch,” said Krish O’Mara Vinyaraja, president of…

'Whatever you do, the first two years will be terrible': an immigrant from Ukraine gave advice on adapting to America

Vladislav Perepon shared his experience of adapting after immigrating to the United States in a Facebook group for Ukrainians who live, work, study, travel or plan a trip to Los Angeles. Vladislav Perepon moved to Los Angeles 2.5 years ago, and only a year since…

Change of status after illegal work: what you need to know if you worked in the US without permission

Undocumented employment in the United States is generally a barrier to changing immigration status. Illegal employment could prevent many people from applying for a green card, CitizenPath reports. Employment without US Government Authorization - Before or After...

Long, difficult and expensive: difficulties and pitfalls of political emigration to the USA

Since the adoption of the official program for the admission of Ukrainian refugees to the United States Uniting for Ukraine, the number of Ukrainians trying to cross the southern border of the United States in search of protection has dropped dramatically. Now people fleeing the war can fly to America directly from Europe. What…

Educational program for immigrants: how much experience is needed in order to receive a pension in the USA, and how years of work affect its amount

Many people wonder if they need to work for at least 10 years to receive a pension from the US Social Security Service and how to get the maximum benefit. Answers to these questions were given by the publication Tododisca. This question is very common among Americans as it…

It will become easier for people with a protected status in the United States to travel: USCIS began issuing a new document to people with TPS

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services began issuing a new travel authorization document for individuals with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) effective July 1, 2022. This is form I-512T (Permit to enter the United States as a non-citizen). From July 1, 2022…

An immigrant's guide: what is a green card, what can and cannot be done with it

Having a green card (a permanent resident card or, more simply, a US residence permit) allows you to permanently live and work in the United States. As an immigrant with the status of a permanent resident of the United States, you have the right to: Permanently reside anywhere in the United States…

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