When transgender immigrants want to enter the U.S., they can gain certain rights after completing the legal immigration process. For instance, transgender immigrants have the right to identify as their preferred gender and name, and they may seek asylum in the U.S. to avoid potential... read more
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Do Immigrants Pay Taxes?
Like other residents and citizens, immigrants living in the U.S. must generally pay state and federal taxes. Due to the varying legal statuses, many will wonder, “Do immigrants pay taxes in the U.S.?” U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) put specific requirements in place for... read more
What if You Get Fired on a Work Visa?
If you get fired on a work visa, you will have a 60-day window to gain employment elsewhere, prepare to return to your country of origin or try to obtain another type of visa when possible. While you might enter the U.S. on an H-1B work visa to gain lawful employment, certain... read more
How to Check USCIS Processing Times Online
It's now possible to check the USCIS processing times online through the USCIS website, providing applicants with a convenient resource to better understand the processing times for their cases. To use the new system, applicants simply need to enter their form number along with the office... read more
Immigrant Adaptation to American Culture
Immigrants who are new to American culture may be unsure about how to adapt, but there are some ways to make integration easier as they settle in as residents or naturalized citizens. Certain customs and language barriers are potentially stressful challenges, but there are some steps that... read more