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Can You Travel Internationally While Your Green Card Renewal Is Pending?
USCIS now allows lawful permanent residents to travel with an expired green card and Form I-797C receipt for 36 months after filing Form I-90. This extension, effective since September 2024,…
What Evidence Proves Exceptional Ability for EB-2 NIW Cases?
EB-2 NIW applicants must demonstrate exceptional ability by meeting three of six criteria. Submit Form I-140 with clear…
Is There a Minimum Publication or Citation Requirement for EB-2 NIW?
EB-2 NIW petitions require no minimum publications or citations. USCIS prioritizes the impact and national significance of work.…
Can I Apply for EB-2 NIW Without Holding a Ph.D. Degree?
EB-2 NIW allows advanced degree holders or those with exceptional ability to self-petition for U.S. green cards without…
Are There Hidden Government Fees Beyond the I-485 Filing Fee?
As of April 1, 2024, USCIS charges $1,440 to file Form I-485 plus $85 biometrics, $260 for work…
Does the I-485 Fee Include Green Card Production Costs?
Since April 2024, the I-485 fee covers application review, biometrics, and Green Card production. The fee ranges from…
Estimated EB-2 NIW Petition Processing Times for 2025 Explained
EB-2 NIW enables self-petitioning for green cards without needing an employer. Premium processing expedites Form I-140 decisions to…
What Happens If I Write the Wrong Check Amount for My I-485?
Submitting Form I-485 mandates exact fee payments to USCIS; incorrect checks cause delays or rejection. The $30 returned…
How the Postmark Date Determines Your I-485 Filing Fee
The postmark date decides if the old or new I-485 filing fee applies after the April 1, 2024…
Is the Form I-131 Travel Document Fee Included with I-485 Payment?
USCIS changed fee payments on April 1, 2024. Applicants filing Form I-485 must now pay separately for Forms…