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Category: Study In The US

  • E-3 Visa: A Silver Lining for Australian Students Beyond the H-1B Lottery

    To all our friends down under: if the H-1B lottery hasn’t worked out for you, don’t lose heart. The E-3 visa stands out as a fantastic back-up option, and is exclusively for Australians, offering a smoother pathway to employment in the U.S. Let’s explore how the E-3 visa could be your golden ticket, why applying […]
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  • TN Visa: A Bright Alternative for Canadian & Mexican Students Not Selected in the H-1B Lottery

    If you’re a Canadian or Mexican citizen and are feeling down because you weren’t selected in the H-1B visa lottery, we’ve got some good news for you: the TN visa category could be saving grace for staying in the U.S. Every year, thousands of international students face the uncertainty of the H-1B lottery, a process […]
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  • Navigating a Layoff: Transitioning to Another Nonimmigrant Status Through the I-539 Application

    Experiencing a layoff can be a challenging period, especially for those on employment-based visas in the U.S. However, filing an I-539, Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status, can provide the breathing space needed to strategize your next move. This application allows nonimmigrants to transition from their former employment-based nonimmigrant category to another nonimmigrant status, like a […]
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  • USCIS Guidance Provides Clarity for F and M Student Visa Holders

    U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has recently issued comprehensive policy guidance concerning F and M student nonimmigrant classifications, aiming to provide clarity on various aspects of student visas. It covers topics such as employment authorization, change of status, extension of stay, and reinstatement of status for F and M students and their dependents. This […]
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  • FAQ: Curriculum Practical Training (CPT)

    If you are an F-1 visa student, CPT is a program opportunity that allows you to gain practical experience directly related to your major area of study. The training opportunity must be an integral part of your school’s established curriculum, meaning it is not a supplemental training experience but rather a required part of your […]
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  • How Do Non-Canadians Apply for a Nonimmigrant Waiver?

    Once you are found to be inadmissible, the U.S. government will not issue you a visa to work, study, visit for pleasure, and so on. If you are found to be inadmissible, the only way to be admitted into the United States is if you obtain an I-192 waiver (Application for Advanced Permission to Enter […]
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  • Everything You Need to Know About Curricular Practical Training (CPT)

    If you are an F-1 student, you have the option of training in the United States by engaging in practical training during your program or after it ends. Practical training can provide a valuable work experience by sharpening and adding to the skills you are learning in school. There are two types of practical training […]
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  • What is the Difference Between CPT & OPT?

    If you are a non-U.S. citizen planning on attended school in the United States by obtaining an F-1 Student Visa, then knowing the difference between CPT and OPT is important. If you are an F-1 student, you have the option of training in the United States by engaging in practical training during your program or […]
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  • Thanksgiving Travel Tips

    In the U.S., friends and family gather from all over to spend time together for Thanksgiving. Here are a few tips to keep in mind if you are planning to travel over this holiday.  U.S. Citizens For U.S. citizens, Thanksgiving weekend might be the perfect opportunity to travel abroad. First, you should ensure that your […]
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  • USCIS Policy Update: Clarifications on the 2-Year Foreign Residence Requirement for J-1 Visa Holders

    U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has recently issued an important policy update regarding the 2-year foreign residence requirement for nonimmigrant exchange visitors holding J-1 visas. This update brings welcome clarity to various aspects of the J-1 visa program. Understanding the J-1 Nonimmigrant Classification The J-1 visa is designed for exchange visitors who come to […]
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