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What You Get With Wimpacs l Apply for a Marriage Green Card l Apply for Naturalization-Citizenship l All About Marriage-Based Green Cards l The Differences Between the CR1 and IR1 Spouse Visas l U.S. Immigration, Explained l Visa Sponsorship, Explained l U.S. Visa Applications, Explained l How to File Your USCIS Application by Mail l USCIS Online Account Number, Explained l Start-to-Finish Immigration Guides l Green Cards, Explained l Naturalization, Explained l USCIS Processing Times, Explained l Average Green Card Processing Times l The Public Charge Rule l Common Immigration Forms l Immigration FAQ l What’s the Difference Between a Green Card and a Visa? L Immigration Glossary l Wimpacs Blog l l Wimpacs Testimonials l Spanish Immigration Resources (Recursos de inmigración en español) l Wimpacs Immigration Research l Consular Processing, Explained l U.S. Visa Interviews, Explained l How to Check Your USCIS Case Status Online l 5 Ways to Speed Up Your Visa Processing l Marriage and U.S. Immigration l Understanding Processing Times l U.S. Immigration and Finances: Everything You Need to Know l Immigrating with Children: Everything You Need to Know l U.S. Immigration Support for the LGBTQIA+ Community l How to Sponsor Yourself for an Employment-Based Green Card l Requirements for the International Entrepreneur Rule l File a FOIA Request for Immigration Records l
Naturalization How-To Topics
How to Avoid Naturalization Pitfalls l How to Get Dual Citizenship in the United States l
Common Green Card Questions
What Are the Benefits of a Green Card l How Does a Fiancé(e) Visa Compare to a Marriage-Based Green Card l How Long Does It Take to Get a Marriage-Based Green Card l What Are the Costs of a Marriage-Based Green Card l Who Can Apply for a Marriage-Based Green Card l What Are the Income Requirements for a Marriage-Based Green Card l What Is a Joint Sponsor l What Documents Do I Need for a Marriage-Based Green Card l The Adjustment of Status Process, Explained l What Questions Should I Expect in My Green Card Application l Marrying a U.S. Citizen l Marrying a Non-U.S. Citizen l How Do We Prove Our Marriage Is Reall l The 90-Day Rule, Explained l When Can I Visit My Spouse in the United States l How to Change Status From H-1B to a Marriage Green Card l How to Change Status from a K-1 to Marriage Green Card l Why Would My Green Card Application Be Denied l Can I Work in the United States While Waiting for My Green Card l Can Same-Sex Couples Get Marriage-Based Green Cards l Should I Choose Adjustment of Status or Consular Processing l What Is Direct Consular Filing l Alien Registration Number, Explained l What Tax Documents Do I Need to Provide l How to Report an Address Change to USCIS l What Is the Green Card Number l How Do I Get U.S. Citizenship After a Marriage Green Card l How Do I Go From a B-1/B-2 Visa to a Marriage Green Card l How to Change Status From a TN Visa to a Marriage Green Card l How Do I Go From TPS to a Marriage Green Card l Do I Need to Apply for a Work or Travel Permit Immediately l How Do I Prove Domicile l What Is the International Marriage Broker Regulation Act (IMBRA) l What If I Get Divorced While On a Conditional Marriage Green Card l Can I Travel Outside the U.S. as a Green Card Holder l National Visa Center, Explained l Green Cards Filed in Error l U.S. Visa Options for Foreign-Born Architects l E Visa Countries: E-1 and E-2 Eligible Treaty Countries l
Common K-1 Questions
K-1 Fiancé Visa Overview l K-2 Child Visa Overview l How Long Does It Take to Get a K-1 Visa l Preparing for the K-1 Interview l How Much Does It Cost to Get a K-1 Visa l Documents Required for a K-1 Visa l What Are the Benefits of a K-1 Visa l How to Check on the Status of Your K-1 Visa Application l K-1 Visa Requirements l K-1 Visa Interview Questions l K-3 Visa l What is a K-1 Joint Sponsor l
Start-to-Finish Green Card Guides
Living in the United States and Married to a U.S. Citizen l Living in the United States and Married to a U.S. Green Card Holder l Living Abroad and Married to a U.S. Citizen l Living Abroad and Married to a U.S. Green Card Holder l Living Abroad and Engaged to a U.S. Citizen l
Common Naturalization Questions
What Is Naturalization l How Much Does It Cost to Apply for U.S. Citizenship l How Long Does the Naturalization Process Take l What Should I Expect from the U.S. Citizenship Test l What Are the Requirements for U.S. Citizenship l What Documents Are Required for U.S. Citizenship l How Do I Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship Interview l What Are the Benefits of Becoming a Naturalized U.S. Citizen l What Questions Can I Expect in My U.S. Citizenship Interview l What Is the Oath of Allegiance Ceremony l What Are the U.S. Citizenship Test Questions and Answers l How Do I Check My Citizenship Application Status l Taxes and the Naturalization Process l How Do I Apply for Naturalization as a Military Service Member l What is a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) l Certificate of Naturalization, Explained l Certificate of Citizenship, Explained l Derivative Citizenship, Explained l
DACA (Deferred Action For Childhood Arrivals)
What is DACA l How to Apply for DACA -Form I-821D l DACA Recipients and Marriage Green Cards l DACA Resources l Switching from DACA to an H-1B l U.S. Immigration Support for DACA Recipients l
Military Green Cards and Citizenship
Green Cards for Military Spouses l Where to Find Your Military Records l U.S. Immigration Support for the Military Community l
Marriage Green Card Milestones
What to Expect at Your Green Card Interview l Preparing for the Green Card Interview l Preparing for the Medical Exam l Preparing for the Biometrics Appointment l Conditional Permanent Residency l Preventing a Request for Evidence-RFE l Understanding a Request for Evidence-RFE l Changing from L1 to Marriage Green Card l
Resources for New Immigrants
Understanding the U.S. Political System l Applying to a U.S. High School as an International Student l Understanding the U.S. Education System as an Immigrant Parent l
Undocumented Spouses
Overstays, Unlawful Presence, and Illegal Entry l Sponsoring an Undocumented Spouse l
Nonimmigrant Visas
What Is a Nonimmigrant Visa l Understanding the Visa Waiver Program for Temporary Travel l Changing Status From a B-1/B-2 Visitor Visa to a F-1 Student Visa l B-1/B-2 Visa Information — Visitor Visa Eligibility l Sample B-1/B-2 Interview Questions l F-1 Visa Information – Student Visa Eligibility l M-1 Visa Information — Student Visa Eligibility l J-1 Visa Information – Exchange Visitor Eligibility l J-1 vs. F-1: What Visa is Right For You? L How to Apply for a J-1 Visa Waiver l Preparing for the F-1 Student Visa Interview l Preparing for the J-1 Exchange Visa Interview l Preparing for the B1/B2 Travel Visa Interview l How to Apply for a B1/B2 Travel Visa From a Third Country l How to Update Form DS-160 After Submitting Online l How to Renew a B-1/B-2 Tourist Visa l B-1/B-2 Visa Sample Interview Questions l How to Write a Letter of Invitation for a U.S. Travel Visa l What Documents Do I Need For a Travel Visa l How to Prove Strong Ties for a B-1/B-2 Travel Visa l The H-4 Visa, Explained l How to Change Status From an H-1B Visa to a Travel Visa l The EB-4 Employment Visa, Explained l Changing Status from F-1 to H-1B l Diplomatic Visas, Explained l
Visa Overstays
Apply for a Green Card With a Past Immigration Violation l How to Apply for Visa Overstay Forgiveness l Filing a Nunc Pro Tunc Request to Restore Status l
Translations
Recursos de inmigración en español-Spanish Immigration Resources l Tarjeta Verde a través del Matrimonio, Clarificada l
Work Visas
The Most Common Types of U.S. Work Visas l What is the Employment Authorization Document-EAD l H-1B Visa Information – Employment Visa Eligibility l Optional Practical Training (OPT) – Student Work Authorization l How to Apply for an O-1 Visa l Understanding TN Status for Mexican and Canadian Citizens l How to Apply for the EB-1 Visa l How to Apply for the EB-2 Visa l What You Need to Know About the EB-2 NIW Visa l How to Apply for the EB-3 Visa l How to Apply for the EB-4 Visa l How to Apply for the EB-5 Investor Visa l What is PERM Labor Certification l How to Apply for an H-2A Temporary Agricultural Worker l What to Do If You Lose Your Job on a Work Visa l Role of HR in Navigating U.S. Work Visas l How to Prepare for the Work Visa Interview l How to Fill Out Form I-9 l The L-1 Visa, Explained l H-1B Cap Lottery, Explained l How to Switch Employers on a Work Visa l U.S. Visa Options for Architects l E Visa Eligible Countries l
Marriage Green Card Milestones
What to Expect at Your Green Card Interview l Preparing for the Green Card Interview l Preparing for the Medical Exam l Preparing for the Biometrics Appointment l Conditional Permanent Residency l Preventing a Request for Evidence-RFE l Understanding a Request for Evidence-RFE l Changing from L1 to Marriage Green Card l
Resources for New Immigrants
Understanding the U.S. Political System l Applying to a U.S. High School as an International Student l Understanding the U.S. Education System as an Immigrant Parent
Undocumented Spouses
Overstays, Unlawful Presence, and Illegal Entry l Sponsoring an Undocumented Spouse l
Country-Specific Information
Immigration Guides by Country of Origin l Visa Guide: Brazil l How to Immigrate to the U.S. From Canada l Visa Guide: China l Visa Guide: Colombia l Visa Guide: Dominican Republic l Visa Guide: Ghana l Visa Guide: Haiti l How to Immigrate to the U.S. From India l How to Immigrate to the U.S. From Jamaica l How to Immigrate to the U.S. From Kenya l How to Immigrate to the U.S. From Mexico l How to Immigrate to the U.S. From Nigeria l How to Immigrate to the U.S. From Pakistan l How to Immigrate to the U.S. From Philippines l Visa Guide: UK l
Special Issues
Coronavirus Immigration FAQ l Green Card Sponsors with Criminal Records l Green Card Applicants with Criminal Records l Avoiding Immigration Scams l Government Monitoring of Immigrants’ Social Media l Understanding The New Health Insurance Requirements l How to File a Public Comment l What was The Public Charge Rule l Do You Qualify For a USCIS Fee Waiver or Reduction l How to Apply For a Special Immigrant Visa l How to Apply for Immigration Parole l Temporary Protection Status (TPS) l U.S. Visa Vaccination l Navigating Immigration Court as an Undocumented Immigrant l How to Apply for a U.S. Passport as an Immigrant l Humanitarian Parole, Explained l ETIAS Travel Requirement, Explained l Statelessness and Immigration l T Visas, Explained l What to Do if Your U.S. Tourist Visa is Denied l
Government Forms
Blank immigration forms with written instructions are available for free at the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website. All USCIS forms can be found here.
SOME COMMON FAMILY IMMIGRATION FORMS
Application for Citizenship-Form N-400 l Application for “Adjustment of Status” Form I-485 l Family Sponsorship Petition-Form I-130 l Application for Employment Authorization-Form I-765 l Application for a Travel Document-Form I-131 l
Other Resources
The following resources may also be helpful.
Note: Wimpacs neither is affiliated with nor endorses the following sites and organizations.
Monthly Visa Bulletin-U.S. Department of State l Do I qualify to stay in the U.S.? -immi.org l Immigration topics-American Immigration Council l Avoiding immigration scams-U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services l
Immigration Forms
Work Permit-Form I-765 l Affidavit of Support-Form I-864 l Permanent Resident Card-Form I-551 l Application for Naturalization Form N-400 l Online Immigrant Visa Application-Form DS-260 l Online Choice of Address and Agent-Form DS-26 l Family Sponsorship Petition-Form I-130 l Supplemental Information-Form I-130A l Application for “Adjustment of Status” Form I-485 l Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence–Form I-75 l Arrival/Departure Travel Record-Form I-94 l Electronic Notification-Form G-1145 l Credit Card Payment Authorization-Form G-1450 l Application for a Travel Document / “Advance Parole”-Form I-131 l Re-Entry Permit for Green Card Holders l Petition for Alien Fiancé(e)-Form I-129F l Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card-Form I-90 l Online Application for K (fiancé(e)) visas-Form DS-160 l Application For Certificate of Citizenship-Form N-600 ll R-5 Visa Information — Parent Visa Eligibility l IR-2 Visa Information — Child Visa Eligibility l Declaration of Financial Support-Form I-134 l I-797 Notice of Action, Explained l Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker-Form I-140 l Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission Into the U.S. After Deportation or l Removal -Form I-212 l Financial Sponsorship Form-Form I-134A l Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record-Form I-693 l Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status-Form I-539 l Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant-Form I-360 l Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal-Form I-589 l Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker (Form I-129 l Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition-Form I-824 l Loss of Nationality Form-DS-4079 l Authorization for Credit Card Transactions-G-1450 l
Green Card How-To Topics
How to Check Your Green Card Application Status l How to Renew an Expired Green Card l How to Replace a Green Card That’s Lost, Stolen, or Damaged l How to Avoid Common Immigration Pitfalls l How to Create Flawless Digital Documents l Read the Latest Visa Bulletin l How to Apply for the Diversity Visa Lottery l How to Read the Reciprocity Schedule l How to Translate Your Immigration Documents into English l How to Accurately Complete Your Address History on a Green Card Application l How to Accurately Complete Your Employment History on a Green Card Application l How to Get Your Hard-to-Find Immigration Documents l How to Get a Copy of Your Birth Certificate l Checklist of Hard-To-Find Marriage Green Card Documents to Start Collecting Now l How to Get a Copy of Your Marriage Certificate l How to Obtain a Marriage License l How Do I Get a Copy of My Divorce Decree l How to Get Military Records l How to Obtain a Police Clearance Certificate l How to Obtain Court Records and Police Reports l How to Get a Copy of Your Lost I-94 Travel Record l How to Get an Employment Verification Letter l How to Change Your Status from an F-1 Visa to a Green Card Through Marriage l How to Change Your Status from a J-1 Visa to a Green Card through Marriage l How to Change Your Status from a B1 or B2 Visa to a Marriage Visa l How to Change Your Status on the Visa Waiver Program l How to Apply for an Inadmissibility Waiver-Form I-601 and Form I-601A l How to Apply for a Social Security Number l Who Can File the I-765 Work Permit Application l When Can I Visit My Fiance in the United States l How to Write an I-130 Cover Letter l How to Get a U.S. Tourist Visa for Your Parents l How to Change Status from an E-2 Visa to a Green Card
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