Immigration Resources

Explore simplified visa guides, green card resources to learn more about visa requirements, processing times and all visa fees. Written by legal experts, without the legal jargon.

EB1 visa photo of a Green Card
EB1 visa photo of a Green Card
EB1 visa photo of a Green Card

The EB1 visa is an employment-based Green Card for individuals of extraordinary ability, researchers …

O1 visa guide photo of an individual
O1 visa guide photo of an individual
O1 visa guide photo of an individual

O1 visa or extraordinary ability visa is a temporary (up to 3 years) visa for anyone who has achieved …

EB2 NIW visa photo
EB2 NIW visa photo
EB2 NIW visa photo

EB2 NIW visa (aka National Interest Waiver) is an immigrant visa for people that work on a project or a job that …

L1 visa group of applicants
L1 visa group of applicants
L1 visa group of applicants

L1 visa (Intracompany Transferee) is a temporary work visa for people who currently work for an overseas …

E1 treaty trader visa holder
E1 treaty trader visa holder
E1 treaty trader visa holder

Explore the E1 Treaty Trader Visa for investors with our full guide. Learn about benefits, requirements, and treaty …

E2 visa investor photo
E2 visa investor photo
E2 visa investor photo

Master the E2 Visa process with our comprehensive guide, covering benefits, requirements and processing time …

TN visa guide photo
TN visa guide photo
TN visa guide photo

Expertly navigate the TN Visa process for NAFTA professionals with our comprehensive guide. Learn about …

EB3 PERM applicant photo
EB3 PERM applicant photo
EB3 PERM applicant photo

The PERM-based green card process is your first step toward making the U.S. your permanent residence through …

Business professionals smiling and standing
Business professionals smiling and standing
Business professionals smiling and standing

H1B visa is the most popular work visa in the U.S. because of its simpler requirements which typically only …

Young woman arm in arm with an older woman
Young woman arm in arm with an older woman
Young woman arm in arm with an older woman

Form I-589 is the application form for individuals seeking asylum in the U.S. due to fear of persecution in their home …

USCIS logo on a computer screen
USCIS logo on a computer screen
USCIS logo on a computer screen

Confused by the USCIS visa bulletin? What is a priority date? Why are there 2 dates on the visa bulletin? …

RFE photo
RFE photo
RFE photo

Got a Request for Evidence from USCIS and not sure how to proceed? Understanding what an RFE entails and …

Form i-129 photo
Form i-129 photo
Form i-129 photo

In this article, we’ll cover what is Form I-129, other types of evidence to submit with Form I-129 by visa type, and how …

Alien Registration Number photo
Alien Registration Number photo
Alien Registration Number photo

Your Alien Registration Number (A-number) is a special 7-9 number given to you by USCIS that serves as your …

Form i-797 photo
Form i-797 photo
Form i-797 photo

Form I-797 is a document issued by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) that keeps applicants …

K1 visa and a wedding ring
K1 visa and a wedding ring
K1 visa and a wedding ring

The K-1 visa, also called the Fiancé(e) visa, is for U.S. citizens intending to bring their foreign fiancé(e) to the US …

K1 visa married couples
K1 visa married couples
K1 visa married couples

Your chances of getting approved for the K1 visa can depend on which country the foreign fiancé(e) is coming from …

Form i765 photo
Form i765 photo
Form i765 photo

In this guide we will explain the logistics of applying for an EAD card also known as i765 form or Employment Authorization form…

June 2024 visa bulletin
June 2024 visa bulletin
June 2024 visa bulletin

Are you waiting for a green card? We’ve got updates for you — The U.S. Department of State has published its …

Couple of immigrants moving
Couple of immigrants moving
Couple of immigrants moving

In this blog, we'll explore the best housing choices for immigrants, share expert tips, and answer common questions to …

Form i-134A photo
Form i-134A photo
Form i-134A photo

Form I-134A, also known as the Online Request to be a Supporter and Declaration of Financial Support …

Form i-485 photo
Form i-485 photo
Form i-485 photo

Form I-485, known as the "Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status," is the form you need to apply …

Visa sponsorship photo of documents
Visa sponsorship photo of documents
Visa sponsorship photo of documents

This guide is here to help you understand the different types of visa sponsorships, explore which visas need employer …

Visa bulletin July 2024 and photo of USCIS logo
Visa bulletin July 2024 and photo of USCIS logo
Visa bulletin July 2024 and photo of USCIS logo

Are you waiting for a green card? We’ve got updates for you — The U.S. Department of State has published its …

Biden parole in place group of immigrants
Biden parole in place group of immigrants
Biden parole in place group of immigrants

Recent expansion of the Biden parole in place program allows undocumented immigrants that qualify to receive EAD card…

Form i-751 photo
Form i-751 photo
Form i-751 photo

In this guide, we'll walk you through everything you need to know about Form I-751. We'll cover when to file Form I-751 …

August 2024 Visa bulletin
August 2024 Visa bulletin
August 2024 Visa bulletin

Are you waiting for a green card? We’ve got updates for you — The U.S. Department of State has published its …

International Entrepreneur Rule guide. Group of entrepreneurs
International Entrepreneur Rule guide. Group of entrepreneurs
International Entrepreneur Rule guide. Group of entrepreneurs

In this guide, we’ll break down the essentials of the IER, including how to qualify, the application process, and …

AR11 guide and form snapshot
AR11 guide and form snapshot
AR11 guide and form snapshot

This guide will walk you through the process of filing Form AR-11, explaining who needs to file it, when to file, and …

F2 Visa guide. Group of people with American flag as a background
F2 Visa guide. Group of people with American flag as a background
F2 Visa guide. Group of people with American flag as a background

This guide covers everything you need to know about the F2 visa, including what it is, F2 visa requirements, processing …

EB1A visa guide. Man holding a flag
EB1A visa guide. Man holding a flag
EB1A visa guide. Man holding a flag

EB1A Visa: Everything You Need To Know

EB1A Visa: Everything You Need To Know

In this guide, we cover EB1A visa requirements, various EB1A evidence, tips for enhancing …

EB1B visa guide lady holding an American Flag
EB1B visa guide lady holding an American Flag
EB1B visa guide lady holding an American Flag

EB1B Visa: Everything You Need To Know

EB1B Visa: Everything You Need To Know

In this guide, we’ll walk you through EB1B visa requirements and timelines. From understanding the …

EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag
EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag
EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag

EB1C Visa: Everything You Need To Know

EB1C Visa: Everything You Need To Know

In this detailed EB1C visa guide, we cover visa requirements and timelines, including a thorough explanation of …

EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag
EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag
EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag

In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through everything you need to know about the I-601 waiver. We'll cover what …

EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag
EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag
EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag

In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through everything you need to know about the I-601 waiver. We'll cover what …

EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag
EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag
EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag

In this comprehensive guide, we explain what is an H4 EAD, walk you through H4 EAD processing times, eligibility …

EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag
EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag
EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag

I-551 Stamp, explained

We’ll explain what is the I-551 stamp and what travel and work restrictions are lifted with it. I-551 stamp is a temporary visa …

EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag
EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag
EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag

L2 visa, explained

In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the L2 visa, including L2 visa requirements, the application …

EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag
EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag
EB1C visa guide lady holding an American Flag

In this detailed guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the cap exempt H1B visa. We explain …

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Icon reading K1 for the K1 visa
Logo reading EB1 for the EB1 criteria
Icon reading B1 for the B1 visa category
Icon reading H1B for the H1B visa criteria
Icon that says E2 for the E2 employee visa

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Icon reading H1B for the H1B visa criteria

Don’t know which visa is right for you?

We built an intuitive visa quiz to help you choose the visa that best fits your needs.

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Don’t know which visa is right for you?

We built an intuitive visa quiz to help you choose the visa that best fits your needs.

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Immigration Resources: Articles and Guides for Individuals and Families

This is your comprehensive hub for U.S. visa information. Here, you'll find a curated collection of articles, detailed guides, and valuable resources tailored to assist you at every step of the U.S. visa process. Whether you're just beginning your journey or seeking specific advice on immigration matters, our extensive library is designed to clarify complexities and empower you with the knowledge you need. Explore our resources to learn how to navigate the visa landscape confidently and access expert insights that can make your path to U.S. immigration smoother and more informed.

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Attorney Advertising. This website is intended for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and is no substitute for consulting a licensed attorney. Only an attorney can provide you with legal advice, and only after considering your specific facts and circumstances. You should not act on any information on this website without first seeking the advice of an attorney. Manifest Law is an association of lawyers and legal entities that have agreed to do business under a common name. The use of the name “Manifest Law” does not imply that all lawyers or legal entities within the Manifest Law family are part of a single partnership or that they are responsible for the acts or omissions of each other. Any specific attorney-client engagement, the scope of any such attorney-client relationship, and the legal responsibility for any such engagement will be set forth in the
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