International Entrepreneur Rule | Parole for Startup Founders
International Entrepreneur Rule | Parole for Startup Founders Updated: July 25, 2025 By: Immigration Attorneys at Green Card Link Understanding the International Entrepreneur Rule The United States continues to thrive because of innovation from both American citizens and talented international entrepreneurs. Many foreign nationals help drive the U.S. economy forward by launching new technologies, building […]
Form I-766 Guide: Employment Authorization Document (EAD) Eligibility, Renewal, and FAQs
Complete Guide to Form I-766: Employment Authorization Document (EAD) Form I-766, commonly known as the Employment Authorization Document (EAD), is an official identification card issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to certain noncitizens who have been granted permission to work legally in the United States. This card not only confirms employment authorization but […]
I-765 Processing Time 2025: Employment Authorization (EAD) Application Guide
Get Your Form I-765 Approved: Work Permit Application Guide If you want to legally work in the United States, obtaining an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) is essential. The first step in securing your EAD is filing Form I-765, also known as the Application for Employment Authorization. While many family-based applicants and some green card holders […]
Family-Based Green Cards: How U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents Can Sponsor Relatives
U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (green card holders) have the privilege of sponsoring certain family members to become permanent residents of the United States. Obtaining a family-based green card not only provides lawful permanent residency but also grants the ability to work legally in the U.S. through employment authorization. While the process takes time […]
U.S. Visa Bond Pilot Program: What You Need to Know in 2025
Key Highlights Beginning August 20, 2025, the United States will launch a one-year Visa Bond Pilot Program requiring certain B-1/B-2 (business/tourist) visa applicants to post a refundable bond of $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000 before their visa can be issued. This program does not apply to all applicants—it targets nationals from countries with high visa overstay […]
I-485J Supplement FAQ: Job Portability & Green Card Approval Guide
Form I-485J Guide: Everything You Need to Know About Job Offers and Portability If you are pursuing an employment-based green card through your employer’s filing of Form I-140, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) may require you to submit Form I-485 Supplement J to confirm that you have a valid job offer. However, if […]
Visiting the U.S. on a B-1/B-2 Visa: Everything You Need to Know
If you’re a foreign national planning to travel to the United States for tourism, business, family visits, or medical treatment, you’ll likely need a B-1/B-2 visitor visa. The B-1 visa is meant for short-term business activities, such as meetings, conferences, or contract negotiations. The B-2 visa is ideal for travel related to leisure, tourism, or […]
I-485 Adjustment of Status Guide for Spouses: Checklist, Fees, and Processing Times (2025)
Everything You Need to Know About Form I-485: Green Card Application for Spouses in the U.S. Form I-485, officially titled the Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, is the final application for obtaining a green card if you are already inside the United States. For many spouses of U.S. citizens, this form can […]
Form I-407 Guide: How to Voluntarily Abandon Your Green Card (LPR Status)
How to Abandon Lawful Permanent Resident Status with Form I-407 In certain circumstances, an individual may decide to give up their lawful permanent resident (LPR) status in the United States. For example, if you are relocating to another country and that country requires you to renounce your U.S. green card in order to obtain residency, […]
Form I-131 Guide: Advance Parole, Reentry Permits, CNMI Travel & Fees Explained
Form I-131: Complete Guide to Reentry Permits, Refugee Travel Documents, and Advance Parole Key Facts About Form I-131 A reentry permit allows lawful permanent residents (green card holders) to return to the U.S. after being abroad for more than one year without needing a returning resident visa. It helps safeguard permanent resident status from being […]