FAQ

Q1 F-1/F-2 Visa 1,523

F-1 Student Visa?

Basic requirements for F-1 Student Visa include meeting eligibility criteria, providing necessary documentation, and following application procedures.

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Q2 J-1 Visa 844

J-1 Visa?

Basic requirements for J-1 Visa include meeting eligibility criteria, providing necessary documentation, and following application procedures.

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Q3 L1/L2 Visa 388

L-1 Visa?

Basic requirements for L-1 Visa include meeting eligibility criteria, providing necessary documentation, and following application procedures.

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Q4 O-1 Visa 1,386

O-1 Visa?

Basic requirements for O-1 Visa include meeting eligibility criteria, providing necessary documentation, and following application procedures.

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Q5 Tax & Finance 491

What is the difference between resident and non-resident for tax purposes?

Tax residency is different from immigration status. You can be a "tax resident" (filing as resident) or "non-resident" (filing as non-resident) based on substantial presence test or green card test, regardless of visa status.

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Q6 Banking 398

What documents do I need to open a U.S. bank account?

To open a U.S. bank account, you typically need: government-issued ID (passport), proof of address, Social Security Number (or ITIN), and sometimes proof of employment or student status.

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Q7 Insurance 1,511

What types of insurance do NRIs need?

NRIs typically need health insurance (mandatory), auto insurance (if driving), renters/home insurance (if renting/owning), and may consider life and disability insurance. Travel insurance is also recommended for frequent travelers.

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Q8 Travel 1,399

Do I need travel insurance for trips to India?

Travel insurance is not mandatory but highly recommended for trips to India. It covers medical emergencies, trip cancellations, lost baggage, and other travel-related issues. Some credit cards provide basic coverage.

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Q9 Education 638

Education?

Basic requirements for Education include meeting eligibility criteria, providing necessary documentation, and following application procedures.

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Q10 Healthcare 320

Healthcare?

Basic requirements for Healthcare include meeting eligibility criteria, providing necessary documentation, and following application procedures.

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Q11 Real Estate 1,497

Real Estate?

Basic requirements for Real Estate include meeting eligibility criteria, providing necessary documentation, and following application procedures.

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Q12 Legal 1,473

Legal?

Basic requirements for Legal include meeting eligibility criteria, providing necessary documentation, and following application procedures.

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Q13 Employer 1,082

Can my employer revoke my Green Card petition?

Yes, employers can withdraw or revoke Green Card petitions (I-140) before approval. After approval and 180 days, you may be able to "port" to a new employer under AC21. Once you have a Green Card, employer cannot revoke it.

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Q14 Employer 763

What are the employer's obligations in sponsoring a Green Card?

Employers must pay filing fees, provide job offer, prove ability to pay prevailing wage, and maintain the position. They cannot require employee to reimburse fees or work for specific period after Green Card.

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Q15 Employer 1,167

What is the PERM labor certification process?

PERM (Program Electronic Review Management) is the first step for most employment-based Green Cards. Employer must prove no qualified U.S. workers are available before sponsoring a foreign worker.

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