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Welcome to the US Immigration Forum!

Your go-to community for navigating the US immigration process. Whether you’re here for advice, sharing experiences, or supporting others, we’re glad to have you!

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Let’s work together to make immigration less daunting!

• K1 Visa (Fiancé(e) Visa):
  For discussions about the K1 visa process, including eligibility, forms, and timelines.
  (e.g., Intent to Marry Letters, Interview Prep, AOS after Marriage)

• K2 Visa (Children of K1 Visa Holders):
  Guidance on the process for bringing children under the K2 visa.

• IR1/CR1 (Spouse of US Citizen):
  Everything related to spousal visas, including marriage certificates, required evidence, and consular processing.

• Adjustment of Status (AOS):
  For K1, IR1/CR1 visa holders and others adjusting to permanent resident status in the US.

• H1B Visa (Specialty Occupations):
  Discuss the application process, cap lottery system, employer sponsorship, and extensions.

• L1 Visa (Intra-company Transfers):
  Insights on transferring employees within multinational companies.

• E2 Visa (Investor Visa):
  For those pursuing investment-related opportunities in the US.

• EB Visas (Employment-Based Immigration):

  • EB-1: Extraordinary ability, outstanding professors/researchers.
  • EB-2: Advanced degree professionals.
  • EB-3: Skilled and unskilled workers.

Student and Exchange Visas

• F1 Visa (Student Visa):
  Support for students applying to study in the US, including SEVIS requirements and OPT.

• J1 Visa (Exchange Visitors):
  Discuss programs like work-and-study, au pair, or cultural exchanges.

• OPT/CPT (Practical Training):
  Questions about Optional and Curricular Practical Training for F1 visa holders.

Investor and Entrepreneur Visas

• EB-5 Visa (Investor Green Card):
  Discussions for individuals investing in US businesses and creating jobs.

• Startup Visas and Alternatives:
  Explore opportunities for entrepreneurs and founders.

Tourist and Visitor Visas

• B1 Visa (Business Visitors):
  For business trips and short-term visits.

• B2 Visa (Tourism/Medical Treatment):
  Share experiences and ask questions about visiting the US for non-business purposes.

• Humanitarian Visas:
  For those applying under special circumstances like asylum, U visas (victims of crimes), and T visas (trafficking victims).

• Visa Extensions and Changes of Status:
  Discuss processes for extending stays or changing visa types while in the US.